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Energizing, high fiber, natural sugars, antioxidant
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball (25 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.9 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
78
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
17.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 3% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 124 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 186 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 233 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 150 g | 465 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
A Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball combines the sweetness of dates with a tart cherry center. Recipes may also include nuts, cocoa, or other ingredients, so check the product’s ingredient list if you need to know its exact filling.
Make a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball by mashing pitted dates, adding sour cherry filling, and shaping the mixture into small balls. Chill them until firm; if the dates are dry, a little water can help the mixture hold together.
No, a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball is usually a no-bake sweet. The date mixture is shaped and chilled rather than cooked, although a particular packaged version may have different preparation instructions.
Yes, but fresh sour cherries are juicy, so cook them down or drain them before using them as filling. Too much liquid can make a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball sticky and difficult to shape; dried cherries give a firmer, more concentrated filling.
Store a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball in an airtight container in the refrigerator, especially if its cherry filling is moist. Homemade date balls are best eaten promptly, and you should discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can freeze a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball. Freeze the balls separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving to help preserve their texture.
Serve a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances its sweet-tart flavor. It also works on a dessert platter with fresh fruit or plain nuts, without adding another very sweet accompaniment.
A Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball can be a satisfying sweet snack, and dates provide fiber, but it is also concentrated in natural sugars. Treat it as a portioned dessert rather than a substitute for a varied meal.
Yes, a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball can be a convenient source of carbohydrate before exercise. Its sticky, sweet texture may not suit everyone just before training, so try it at a time that feels comfortable for you.
People with diabetes may be able to include a Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball, but its dates and filling can raise blood glucose. Match the portion to your meal plan and ask your clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Vitamins
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.28mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
143mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
9.5mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 78 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Sour Cherry Filled Date Ball is made by shaping soft, mashed dates around a tart cherry centre. The dates bring a dense, chewy sweetness, while the filling adds a bright, pleasantly sour contrast. It is a compact fruit-based sweet rather than a baked pastry, and can be enjoyed as a small treat with coffee or tea, or tucked into a lunchbox for a quick snack.
Dates make it naturally rich in carbohydrates, and it also provides fibre: 100 g contains 7.1 g. One medium piece is about 25 g, so it is easy to keep the serving modest. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want a less-sweet snack break.
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 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.