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Naturally sweet, contains healthy fats from tahini, provides fiber
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date ball with tahini (25 g) has 99 calories. That works out to 395 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.1 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
99
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
14.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 8% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.57 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 20 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 138 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 198 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 60 g | 237 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 395 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 474 kcal |
Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.
To make date balls with tahini, blend pitted soft dates with tahini until the mixture holds together, then roll it into small balls. If you like, coat them in sesame seeds, cocoa, or shredded coconut before chilling.
Date balls with tahini are made primarily from dates and tahini. Recipes often add nuts, cocoa, oats, spices, or coconut for extra flavor or texture, but those ingredients are optional and vary from recipe to recipe.
Date balls with tahini usually crumble when the dates are too dry or the mixture has not been blended enough. Soften dry dates briefly in warm water, drain them thoroughly, and blend again; if the mixture is too soft, add finely ground nuts or oats.
Soft, fleshy dates work best for date balls with tahini because they blend easily and help bind the mixture. If your dates are firm or dry, pit and briefly soak them in warm water, then drain well before blending.
No, date balls with tahini generally need no added sugar because dates provide plenty of sweetness. For a less sweet batch, use a little more tahini or choose a recipe that does not add honey, syrup, or other sweeteners.
Store date balls with tahini in an airtight container in the refrigerator to help them keep their shape and freshness. Keep them away from uncovered, strong-smelling foods, and discard them if their smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, date balls with tahini freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; thaw the amount you want in the refrigerator to help preserve their texture.
Date balls with tahini provide fiber, and tahini contributes fats; a simple date-and-tahini recipe is typically minimally processed. They are still a sweet, energy-dense treat, so a small serving is a practical snack rather than an unlimited one.
Try adding finely chopped walnuts or almonds, cocoa, cinnamon, or orange zest to date balls with tahini. Grind nuts fairly small so the mixture still rolls easily, and add extra ingredients gradually to keep the tahini and dates binding.
Date balls with tahini pair well with unsweetened tea or black coffee, which balances their natural sweetness. They also work as a small dessert after a meal or as part of a snack plate with fresh fruit.
Vitamins
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B3
0.35mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A date ball with tahini combines softened or mashed dates with tahini, shaped into a compact, no-bake sweet. The dates bring a caramel-like sweetness, while sesame paste adds a nutty, slightly savoury depth. Recipes vary, and some include chopped nuts or a coating, but the basic version needs little more than these two ingredients.
Across the Middle East and beyond, date-and-tahini combinations are enjoyed as a snack or a small sweet; in English-speaking homes, these balls also make an easy bite with coffee or tea. They offer fibre along with energy-dense fats from tahini, so a small portion can be satisfying. Pair one with fresh fruit, or make smaller balls if you want a lighter treat.
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.
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
0.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 135:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (135:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.