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Naturally sweet, energy-dense snack
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date hazelnut butter coconut ball (25 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 438 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.5 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% 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
110
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
12.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 6% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 30 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 153 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 263 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 526 kcal |
Calculated from 438 calories per 100 g.
Blend soft, pitted dates with hazelnut butter until the mixture holds together, shape it into balls, then roll them in desiccated coconut. Chill the finished date hazelnut butter coconut ball so it firms up before serving.
It can be a nourishing snack, but it is also energy-dense. Dates provide sweetness and fibre, while hazelnut butter contributes fat and some protein. Enjoy a date hazelnut butter coconut ball as a snack rather than treating it as a meal replacement.
A date hazelnut butter coconut ball keeps for several days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Refrigeration helps it hold its shape and limits spoilage; discard it if you notice an unusual smell, mould, or an off taste.
Yes, a date hazelnut butter coconut ball freezes well. Freeze the balls separately first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw them in the refrigerator before eating.
Yes, but very dry dates may not bind the mixture. Remove the pits, soak the dates briefly in warm water, and drain them thoroughly before blending. A date hazelnut butter coconut ball made with softened dates is easier to shape.
Almond butter or tahini can replace hazelnut butter, though each gives the date hazelnut butter coconut ball a different flavour. Add the substitute gradually and stop when the mixture is moist enough to roll without becoming greasy.
A date hazelnut butter coconut ball is often too sticky when the dates are especially moist or the mixture has not been chilled. Refrigerate it briefly, then roll it with lightly damp hands or coat your hands with a little coconut.
Yes, if the dates are soft enough to mash. Chop them finely, work them together with the hazelnut butter using a sturdy fork or spoon, and knead until combined. The texture of a date hazelnut butter coconut ball may be less smooth.
Yes, a date hazelnut butter coconut ball can be packed as a snack, but keep it cool if it is warm out so it stays firm. Since it contains hazelnut, pack it only where nuts are allowed and consider others’ allergies.
Yes, the coconut coating is optional and does not hold the mixture together. Leave the date hazelnut butter coconut ball plain, or roll it in finely chopped nuts, cocoa powder, or sesame seeds for a different finish.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.02mg · 7% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
22mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Date hazelnut butter coconut ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made by combining soft dates with hazelnut butter and rolling the mixture in coconut. It is better understood as a modern homemade energy bite than as a dish tied to one particular region.
Dates give it a caramel-like sweetness and a chewy, binding texture; hazelnut butter makes the centre rich, while coconut adds a slightly fibrous coating. It works as a quick snack, a lunchbox bite or something to serve with coffee or tea. Naturally sweet and energy-dense, it is satisfying in a small portion; use less hazelnut butter if you’d prefer a lighter, less rich ball.
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
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 60:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (60:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.