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Date mini cookie Calories
Small cookie made with date
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (mini) of Date mini cookie (12 g) has 22 calories. That works out to 183 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.6 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date mini cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 12 g
22
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
5.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 7% · Fat 49%
Date mini cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (mini) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.73 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 29 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.9 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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How Many Calories in 1 Date mini cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 22 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 24 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 55 kcal |
| 4 piece (mini) | 48 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 110 kcal |
| 6 piece (mini) | 72 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 165 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 120 g | 220 kcal |
Calculated from 183 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date mini cookie
What is a date mini cookie?
A date mini cookie is a small cookie made with dates, either mixed into the dough or used as a filling. Recipes differ, and the name alone does not mean the cookie contains no added sugar.
How do you make date mini cookies?
To make date mini cookies, mix chopped or mashed dates into cookie dough, shape the dough into small portions, and bake according to your recipe. Add flour gradually, since the moisture in the dates can affect how soft or sticky the dough feels.
Are dates mixed into date mini cookie dough or used as a filling?
Either method is used for date mini cookies. Some recipes mix chopped dates through the dough, while others wrap dough around mashed dates; check the cookie’s cut surface or recipe to tell which style you have.
Can you make date mini cookies without refined sugar?
Yes, you can make date mini cookies without refined sugar by using mashed dates to sweeten the dough. However, not every date mini cookie is sugar-free, so check the ingredient list for added sugar or syrup when buying them.
How should you store date mini cookies?
Once completely cool, keep date mini cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Humidity can soften them, and any cookies showing mold or an unusual smell should be discarded.
Can you freeze date mini cookies?
Yes, baked date mini cookies can be frozen after they have cooled completely. Separate layers with baking paper in a sealed freezer-safe container, then thaw the cookies at room temperature before serving.
Why do date mini cookies turn out dry or crumbly?
Date mini cookies can turn dry or crumbly if the dough has too much flour or the cookies bake for too long. Dates vary in moisture, so add flour gradually and take the cookies out when they are just set.
Do date mini cookies go well with coffee?
Yes, date mini cookies pair well with coffee. Their date sweetness can balance the bitterness of a plain coffee, and their small size makes them easy to serve as a snack alongside a cup.
Are date mini cookies healthier than regular cookies?
Not automatically. Dates can add sweetness and some fiber, but date mini cookies are still cookies, and some recipes include added sugar and rich ingredients. Compare the ingredient lists rather than assuming the dates make them a health food.
Can people with diabetes eat date mini cookies?
People with diabetes should account for the carbohydrate in date mini cookies and consider the portion; dates do not prevent the cookie from affecting blood sugar. Ask your healthcare professional how it fits your individual eating plan.
Date mini cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.19mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.36µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.14mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1.08µg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Sodium
29mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Date mini cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date mini cookie
To burn the 22 calories in 1 piece (mini) (12 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 mini cookie?
A Date mini cookie is a small baked sweet made with cookie dough and chopped dates or date paste. There is no single regional recipe associated with the name: home-baked and bakery versions can vary in how crumbly the dough is and whether the dates are mixed in or used as a filling.
It makes an easy bite with tea or coffee, or a small addition to a snack box. Dates bring a fruity sweetness and some fibre, but the cookie is still a sweet baked treat rather than a substantial snack. Pair it with an unsweetened drink, or enjoy one alongside fresh fruit if you want a lighter snack.
How Nutritious Is Date mini cookie?
Nutrient density
Low
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
High
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 mini cookie 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 mini cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date mini cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Date mini cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.73g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.