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Naturally sweet and a source of potassium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Date Mousse (40 g) has 111 calories. That works out to 277 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
111
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 2% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 0.7 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 111 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 166 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 166 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 277 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 277 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 665 kcal |
Calculated from 277 calories per 100 g.
To make Date Mousse, blend pitted, softened dates with cocoa and cream or plant milk until smooth, then chill it. Soak dry dates in warm water first; recipes vary, so add the liquid gradually to keep the mousse thick.
Soft, fleshy Medjool dates work especially well in Date Mousse because they blend easily and give it a rich texture. Drier dates can also work, but soaking them in warm water first helps prevent a lumpy mixture.
Date Mousse is often grainy because the dates were too dry or were not blended thoroughly. Soften dried dates before blending, remove any tough pieces, and pause to scrape down the sides of the blender so the mixture becomes evenly smooth.
Yes, you can make Date Mousse without cream. Blend softened dates with a little plant milk, cocoa, or nut butter; the result will usually be denser and less airy than a cream-based version. Add liquid a little at a time.
No, Date Mousse usually does not need added sugar because dates provide sweetness. Taste the blended mixture before adding anything; cocoa or unsweetened yogurt can make it taste less sweet, while extra syrup may overpower the date flavor.
Fold whipped cream or whipped aquafaba gently into the date mixture to make Date Mousse fluffier. Vigorous stirring knocks out the air, so use a spatula and chill the mousse afterward to help its texture set before serving.
Fresh berries, chopped pistachios, toasted hazelnuts, and a little cocoa pair well with Date Mousse. Tart fruit offsets the dates’ sweetness, while nuts add crunch; add toppings just before serving so they do not soften in the refrigerator.
Date Mousse keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If it contains cream or yogurt, keep it chilled between servings and do not leave it sitting at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, Date Mousse can be frozen in an airtight container, though thawing may change its texture or cause some separation. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir briefly before serving; cream-based versions may be less smooth afterward.
People with diabetes can eat Date Mousse, but dates contain natural sugars, so portion size and the rest of the meal matter for blood-glucose management. If you follow an individualized diabetes meal plan, ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits.
Vitamins
B5
0.32mg · 6% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B3
0.64mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.56µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
278mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
22mg · 5% DV
Sodium
0.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Date Mousse is a smooth, spoonable dessert made by blending softened dates; recipes may include other ingredients, so its richness and texture can vary. Dates bring a deep caramel-like sweetness, while chilling gives the mousse a firmer, creamier feel. It does not have one fixed regional recipe, and date-based versions are enjoyed in many places where dates are familiar.
Serve it in a small bowl as a dessert or snack, on its own or with plain yoghurt and fresh fruit. It is naturally sweet and carbohydrate-rich, with fibre and potassium as well. For a lighter version, skip added sweeteners and keep the portion modest.
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.