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Energy-dense sweet snack made with almonds and coconut
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Coconut almond ball (25 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.1 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
130
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
7.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 8% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.5 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 390 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 624 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Coconut almond balls are usually made by blending almonds and coconut with a moist binder, then rolling the mixture into balls. Recipes vary, but dates or nut butter are common options; add the binder gradually so the mixture holds its shape without becoming sticky.
Coconut almond balls are made primarily with almonds and coconut. Depending on the recipe, they may also contain dates or another dried fruit, a sweetener, or nut butter, so check the specific recipe if you need to avoid an ingredient.
No, coconut almond balls are commonly made as a no-bake snack. The ingredients are blended, shaped, and chilled to firm up; recipes differ, so follow the method for the particular version you are making.
Coconut almond balls usually fall apart when the mixture is too dry or the ingredients have not been blended finely enough. Blend it again and add a little more of the recipe’s binder, such as dates or nut butter, until it holds together when pressed.
Yes, coconut almond balls can be made without dates. Replace them with another soft dried fruit or use a little nut butter as a binder; add the substitute gradually because it can change how firmly the mixture holds together.
Store coconut almond balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator. This is especially important for homemade versions containing fresh fruit or dairy; check their smell and appearance before eating, and avoid leaving them out for extended periods.
Yes, coconut almond balls can be frozen. Freeze them spaced apart first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw a portion in the refrigerator when you are ready to eat it.
Shredded coconut is the classic coating for coconut almond balls. Roll them in it after shaping; if the coating will not stick, the surface may be too dry, so add a little binder to the mixture before rolling.
Coconut almond balls can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but they are an energy-dense snack, so portion size matters. Having one small piece instead of eating them straight from a batch makes it easier to keep track of your snack.
Coconut almond balls can work as a convenient pre-workout snack, especially when you want something small and portable. Their fat and fibre may feel heavy right before exercise, so allow time to digest or choose a lighter snack if that suits you better.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B3
0.85mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
71mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
41mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
103mg · 3% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A coconut almond ball is a small sweet made by shaping almonds and coconut into a bite-sized portion. Recipes vary: dates or another binder may be used to hold the mixture together, so the sweetness and texture depend on how it is prepared.
The flavour is rich and nutty, with coconut adding a sweet, fragrant note. The centre is usually soft, while a coating of coconut can give the outside a little texture. It works as a snack or a small treat with coffee or tea, whether homemade or bought ready to eat. It is energy-dense, with 520 kcal per 100 g, so a single medium piece makes a convenient portion. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to keep the overall snack less sweet.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 223:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (223:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.