Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Date balls with dark chocolate Calories
Naturally sweet, energy-dense snack
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date balls with dark chocolate (25 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.9 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 2 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.
Date balls with dark chocolate Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
98
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 5% · Fat 32%
Date balls with dark chocolate nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.53 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Medium Date balls with dark chocolate?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 235 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 353 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date balls with dark chocolate
How do you make date balls with dark chocolate?
Date balls with dark chocolate are made by blending pitted dates with ingredients such as nuts or cocoa, shaping the mixture, and coating or drizzling it with melted chocolate. Chill the finished balls until the chocolate sets; recipes vary in their added ingredients.
Are date balls with dark chocolate good for you?
Date balls with dark chocolate can provide fiber from dates, but they are still a concentrated sweet snack. Their healthfulness depends partly on added ingredients and portion size, so treat them as a sweet rather than assuming that fruit makes them unlimited.
Can you freeze date balls with dark chocolate?
Yes, date balls with dark chocolate freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving for a firmer texture.
How long do date balls with dark chocolate last?
Date balls with dark chocolate usually keep for about a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Recipes containing fresh fruit or dairy may keep for less time; discard them if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a change in texture.
Do date balls with dark chocolate have to be made with Medjool dates?
No, date balls with dark chocolate do not require Medjool dates. Any soft, moist date can work, though drier varieties may need brief soaking in warm water and thorough draining before blending so the mixture holds together.
Do you need a food processor to make date balls with dark chocolate?
No, a food processor is not essential for date balls with dark chocolate. Mash very soft, pitted dates thoroughly with a fork and mix in finely chopped additions; a processor is simply quicker and makes the texture more even.
Can you make date balls with dark chocolate without baking them?
Yes, date balls with dark chocolate are usually a no-bake sweet. Blend or mash the dates with the other ingredients, shape the mixture, and chill it; the only heating may be gently melting the chocolate for the coating.
Why are my date balls with dark chocolate too dry or crumbly?
Date balls with dark chocolate turn crumbly when the dates are too dry or the mixture has not been blended enough to bind. Soften dry dates briefly in warm water, drain them well, and blend again; adding a few more dates can also help.
What kind of dark chocolate works best for date balls with dark chocolate?
A dark chocolate that you enjoy eating works best for date balls with dark chocolate, since its bitterness balances the dates’ sweetness. Use chopped chocolate mixed into the filling for little chocolate pieces, or melted chocolate if you want a coating.
Can date balls with dark chocolate be a pre-workout snack?
Yes, date balls with dark chocolate can be a convenient source of carbohydrate before exercise. They are dense and may feel heavy close to a workout, so try a small amount well beforehand and see how your stomach responds.
Date balls with dark chocolate Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
Date balls with dark chocolate Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date balls with dark chocolate
To burn the 98 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
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 balls with dark chocolate?
Date balls with dark chocolate are bite-sized sweets made by mashing pitted dates, shaping them into balls and adding dark chocolate, either as a coating or mixed in. They do not belong to one single traditional recipe or region; they are a contemporary snack inspired by the many date-based confections found across the Middle East and North Africa. Recipes often include nuts, cocoa or oats, though the dates and chocolate give the basic version its character.
Expect a soft, dense centre with deep sweetness balanced by the chocolate’s bitterness. They work well with coffee or tea, as a small after-dinner sweet, or as a portable snack. Naturally sweet and energy-dense, they also provide fibre; one medium ball is a handy way to keep the portion modest. For a less rich finish, use a light chocolate coating and pair with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Date balls with dark chocolate?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Date balls with dark chocolate Processed?
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.
Does Date balls with dark chocolate Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Date balls with dark chocolate Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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 balls with dark chocolate Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
Compare Date balls with dark chocolate
Foods Similar to Date balls with dark chocolate
Have another question about Date balls with dark chocolate?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.