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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date, Hazelnut and Peanut Energy Ball (30 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 449 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
135
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 9% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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) | 30 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 269 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 269 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 404 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 449 kcal |
Calculated from 449 calories per 100 g.
A date, hazelnut and peanut energy ball is made from dates, hazelnuts and peanuts, usually blended and shaped without baking. Some recipes add ingredients such as cocoa or seeds, but those are optional rather than part of the food’s defining combination.
Yes, you can make them without a food processor. Finely chop the nuts, then mash soft dates with a fork and knead everything together; if the dates are firm, soften them briefly in warm water and drain them well first.
No, the basic recipe does not need added sugar because dates supply sweetness and help bind the nuts. Some recipes add honey or syrup, which makes the balls sweeter but is not necessary for them to hold together.
They usually fail to stick when the dates are too dry or the mixture has not been blended finely enough. Soften dry dates, process the mixture until tacky, and press each ball firmly; a small splash of water can help if needed.
Yes, date, hazelnut and peanut energy balls freeze well. Store them in a sealed container, separating layers so they do not stick together, and thaw a portion in the refrigerator before eating.
No, soft dates can go straight into the mixture. Soak firm or dry dates briefly in warm water to make them easier to blend, then drain them thoroughly so excess moisture does not make the energy balls sticky.
They can work as a portable pre-workout snack, especially when you want something easy to carry. Their nuts make them relatively rich, so some people prefer to eat one well before exercise rather than immediately beforehand.
Use less date relative to the nuts, or add unsweetened cocoa or a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. Keep enough date paste in the mixture, though, because it is what helps the balls bind.
They can suit older children who are not allergic to hazelnuts or peanuts. Their dense, sticky texture may be difficult for young children to manage, so offer an age-appropriate texture and size and supervise them while eating.
Some people with diabetes may include a small portion, but dates contribute carbohydrates and can affect blood glucose. Fit the portion into your meal plan; if you use glucose-lowering medication, ask your clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Vitamins
B3
1.53mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.76µg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.23mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.49mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
83mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
41mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
182mg · 5% DV
Sodium
2.7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 135 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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.
A Date, Hazelnut and Peanut Energy Ball is a small, no-bake snack made by mashing dates with chopped hazelnuts and peanuts. The dates bind the mixture and bring its sweetness, while the nuts add substance and crunch. Some versions include spices or cocoa, but the fruit-and-nut combination is the defining idea.
The centre is soft and chewy, with a pleasantly nutty bite. It is often packed as a convenient snack for work, travel or a walk, or served with coffee or tea. It provides fibre and unsaturated fats, though the dates make it quite sweet. For a lighter snack, have one ball with plain yogurt or a piece of fresh fruit rather than treating it as an unlimited nibble.
High
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
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 236:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (236:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.