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Date Bite Calories
Naturally contains fiber and potassium
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date Bite (25 g) has 71 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.8 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date Bite Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
71
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
18.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% 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 96% · Protein 3% · Fat 1%
Date Bite nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.25 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Date Bite?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 40 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 45 g | 127 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 141 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 212 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date Bite
What are Date Bites made of?
Date Bites are usually made with dates and may include nuts, seeds, cocoa, coconut, or other binding ingredients. Recipes and packaged versions vary, so the name alone does not guarantee a particular ingredient list.
Are Date Bites the same as date balls or energy balls?
They are often similar, but the names do not define one fixed recipe. Date Bites may be smaller or have a different coating, while date or energy balls can include oats, nut butter, protein powder, or other ingredients.
How do you make Date Bites without a food processor?
Yes, you can make Date Bites without a food processor. Finely chop soft, pitted dates, then mash and knead them with the other ingredients; soak firm dates briefly in warm water first so they bind more easily.
Do Date Bites have added sugar?
Some Date Bites have added sugar or sweeteners, while others rely only on dates for sweetness. Dates themselves contain natural sugars, so a “no added sugar” recipe is still sweet and is not sugar-free.
Are Date Bites good for weight loss?
Date Bites can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but they are a sweet snack and their compact size can make portions easy to underestimate. Pair one with a filling food, such as plain yogurt, rather than grazing on several.
Do Date Bites need to be refrigerated?
Homemade Date Bites with moist ingredients are best kept covered in the refrigerator. Drier versions may keep well in a cool, dry place; for a packaged product, follow its storage directions after opening.
Can you freeze Date Bites?
Yes, Date Bites freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray before transferring them to an airtight container, then thaw only what you need in the refrigerator to reduce sticking and preserve their texture.
Why are my Date Bites too sticky or too dry?
Date Bites are usually too sticky when the dates or other ingredients are very moist, and too dry when the dates are firm or the mixture has too much dry material. Adjust gradually with a little dry ingredient or a few drops of water.
Are Date Bites a good snack before a workout?
Yes, a Date Bite can work as a small pre-workout snack because dates provide carbohydrates. Eat it early enough to feel comfortable during exercise, and pair it with a more substantial snack if you need something that lasts longer.
How can you keep Date Bites from sticking together?
Keep Date Bites from sticking by chilling them before packing and separating layers with parchment paper. A light coating of cocoa or coconut can also reduce surface tackiness, though it changes the flavor and may add ingredients.
Date Bite Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.38µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
164mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Sodium
0.25mg · 0% DV
Date Bite Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date Bite
To burn the 71 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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Cycling
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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 Bite?
A date bite is a small sweet snack made with dates, which are often mashed or pressed into shape; recipes may include other ingredients too. Its sweetness comes largely from the dates, and the texture is usually soft and chewy, though additions can make it firmer or crunchier.
It works as a quick snack or a small treat alongside tea or coffee, and date-based bites are also handy to pack for the day. Nutritionally, it is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with very little fat; it also provides fibre, at 8 g per 100 g. If you want a lighter snack, have one piece with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than pairing it with another sweet.
How Nutritious Is Date Bite?
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 Bite 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 Bite Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Date Bite Good For?
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
Date Bite Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.