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Naturally sweet, contains fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date blueberry ball (25 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.5 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
80
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
18.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% 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 91% · Protein 4% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 0.8 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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 240 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
A date blueberry ball is made mainly from dates and blueberries, blended into a sticky mixture and shaped into bite-size pieces. Recipes may also add nuts, oats, seeds, cocoa, or coconut, so check the recipe if you need a particular texture or flavour.
Blend pitted dates with blueberries until the mixture holds together, shape it into balls, then chill until firm. If the dates are very dry, soften them first; add optional ingredients such as nuts or oats gradually so the mixture does not become crumbly.
Soft, pitted dates work best for date blueberry balls because they blend easily and help bind the mixture. If your dates are firm, soak them briefly in warm water and drain them well before blending so excess moisture does not make the balls too soft.
Yes, but fresh blueberries add moisture and can make date blueberry balls softer and harder to shape. Use them sparingly, chill the mixture before rolling, and keep the finished balls refrigerated; dried blueberries are usually easier to mix into a firm snack.
Date blueberry balls usually fall apart when the dates are too dry or the ingredients have not been blended enough to form a sticky mixture. Soften firm dates, blend thoroughly, and chill the mixture before shaping; a little more date can help bind a dry batch.
Store date blueberry balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Balls made with fresh blueberries are especially moist, so eat them sooner rather than leaving them at room temperature; discard them if you notice mould or an off smell.
Yes, date blueberry balls can be frozen in a sealed container. Freeze them in a single layer first so they do not stick together, then thaw the portion you want in the refrigerator. Fresh-blueberry versions may be softer after thawing.
Dried cranberries or raisins can replace blueberries in date blueberry balls, though they make the result sweeter and change its flavour. If you use fresh fruit instead, account for the extra moisture, which can make the mixture difficult to shape.
Date blueberry balls can work as a portioned snack, but their dried-fruit base is concentrated and they are easy to eat quickly. Having one alongside a filling meal or snack is more practical than relying on them to keep you full for long.
People with diabetes may be able to include date blueberry balls, but dates contain natural sugars that can raise blood glucose. Portion size and individual glucose responses matter, so ask your clinician or dietitian how they fit your meal plan.
Vitamins
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.35mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.45µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 80 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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A date blueberry ball brings together the sticky sweetness of dates and the fruity flavour of blueberries, shaped into a small, easy-to-eat bite. It is a contemporary snack rather than a dish tied to one particular regional cuisine; recipes commonly blend the fruit and roll the mixture into balls.
The texture is soft and chewy, with a concentrated sweetness. It works as a quick snack, a small sweet after a meal, or something to serve with tea or coffee. It provides fibre, while dates also make it relatively high in carbohydrate. Pair one with plain yoghurt for a more filling snack, or enjoy it on its own when you want a compact, naturally sweet bite.
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.
No known major 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
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.