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Naturally sweet, provides fiber and healthy fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date balls coated with pistachio (25 g) has 111 calories. That works out to 444 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.9 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% 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
111
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
16.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 7% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 178 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 222 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 444 kcal |
| 4 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 622 kcal |
Calculated from 444 calories per 100 g.
Date balls coated with pistachio are made by blending pitted, soft dates into a sticky mixture, shaping it into balls, and rolling each one in finely chopped pistachios. Chill them briefly so they firm up and the coating stays in place.
Date balls coated with pistachio mainly contain dates and pistachios. Homemade versions may also include tahini or nut butter to bind the mixture, plus cocoa, cinnamon, or coconut for flavor; recipes and packaged products can vary.
Date balls coated with pistachio can be made without added sugar because dates provide plenty of sweetness. Some recipes and packaged versions add syrup, sugar, or chocolate, so check the ingredient list if you want to avoid added sweeteners.
Store date balls coated with pistachio in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dates keep them moist, and added ingredients such as tahini can soften at room temperature; let a portion sit out briefly before serving if you prefer a softer texture.
Soft, fleshy dates work best for date balls coated with pistachio because they blend and hold their shape easily. If your dates are dry, soak the pitted fruit briefly in warm water and drain it well before blending so the mixture does not become watery.
Date balls coated with pistachio usually fall apart when the dates are too dry or have not been blended enough to form a sticky paste. Blend the mixture more thoroughly; if it still will not hold, mix in a small amount of tahini or nut butter.
Yes, date balls coated with pistachio freeze well. Freeze them on a tray first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before eating to help preserve their texture.
Date balls coated with pistachio provide fiber from dates and fats from pistachios, but they are still a sweet, energy-dense snack. Enjoying one or two as a small treat is more practical than treating them as an unlimited alternative to sweets.
People with diabetes may be able to include date balls coated with pistachio in a planned portion, but dates contain carbohydrates that can raise blood sugar. Ask your doctor or dietitian how to fit them into your individual glucose-management plan.
No, date balls coated with pistachio are usually a no-bake sweet. Blend and shape the date mixture, coat the balls with pistachios, then chill them until firm; baking can dry them out and is not needed to make them hold together.
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Date balls coated with pistachio are a simple sweet made by shaping softened, pitted dates into small bites and covering them with pistachio pieces. They are not tied to one specific regional tradition; you’ll find versions made at home and sold by sweet shops, often as a no-bake treat.
The dates give the centre a soft, chewy texture and concentrated sweetness, while the pistachio adds a nutty flavour and a little crunch. Serve one with coffee or tea, or set them out as a small dessert after a meal. They provide fibre and fats from the nuts, but are energy-dense, so their rich sweetness is best enjoyed in a modest portion.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 78:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (78:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.