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Small, roughly round dark-brown date balls sit on a plate, with a thick pale-beige tahini drizzle tracing their slightly uneven surfaces.
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Date ball with tahini Calories

Naturally sweet, contains healthy fats from tahini, provides fiber

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

395kcal

GI

48medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

472mg

FIBER · 100 G

8.7g

Quick answer

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.

Date ball with tahini Nutrition Facts

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%

Date ball with tahini nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories99 kcal
Total fat4 g5%
Saturated fat0.57 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium4.5 mg0%
Total carbohydrate14.1 g5%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein2.1 g4%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Date ball with tahini?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)25 g99 kcal
1 piece (small)15 g59 kcal
1 tablespoon (shredded)20 g79 kcal
1 piece (large)35 g138 kcal
2 piece (double)50 g198 kcal
½ cup (whole)60 g237 kcal
3 piece (triple)75 g296 kcal
100 g100 g395 kcal
1 cup (whole)120 g474 kcal

Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Date ball with tahini

How do you make date balls with tahini?

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.

What are date balls with tahini made of?

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.

Why are my date balls with tahini not sticking together?

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.

Which dates work best for date balls with tahini?

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.

Do date balls with tahini need added sugar?

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.

How should you store date balls with tahini?

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.

Can you freeze date balls with tahini?

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.

Are date balls with tahini a healthy snack?

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.

What can you add to date balls with tahini for different flavors?

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.

What can you serve with date balls with tahini?

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.

Date ball with tahini Vitamins & Minerals

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

Date ball with tahini Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

48
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

6.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Date ball with tahini

To burn the 99 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):

🚶

24min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

10min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

13min

Cycling

🏊

12min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Date ball with tahini?

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.

How Nutritious Is Date ball with tahini?

Nutrient density

Medium

54/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

43/ 100

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.

Is Date ball with tahini Processed?

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.

Does Date ball with tahini Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Date ball with tahini Good For?

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

Date ball with tahini Fat Profile

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.