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Provides natural sugars, healthy fats, and fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date nut energy ball (25 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.3 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
108
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
12.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% 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 44% · Protein 9% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.65 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
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 | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 602 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
To make date nut energy balls, blend pitted, soft dates with nuts until the mixture clumps together, then roll it into balls. If it seems dry, add more dates; if it is too sticky, mix in extra ground nuts.
Date nut energy balls can be a nourishing snack: dates provide natural sugars and fiber, while nuts contribute fats and protein. They are also energy-dense, so having one as a snack rather than grazing on several may suit you better.
Yes, date nut energy balls keep best in an airtight container in the refrigerator, especially if the recipe includes moist ingredients. Let a chilled ball sit briefly at room temperature if you prefer a softer texture.
Yes, date nut energy balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container; thaw only the amount you plan to eat in the refrigerator.
Date nut energy balls usually fail to stick when the dates are too dry or the mixture has not been blended finely enough. Soften dry dates in warm water, drain them well, and blend until the mixture holds when pressed.
Yes, you can make date nut energy balls without a food processor if you start with very soft dates and finely chopped nuts. Mash the dates thoroughly with a fork, then knead in the nuts and any other dry ingredients.
Date nut energy balls can work as a pre-workout snack because dates provide readily available carbohydrates. Eat one far enough ahead to see how it feels for you; the nuts may make it heavier than a fruit-only snack.
No, date nut energy balls are better treated as a snack than a meal replacement. They do not usually provide the range or amount of foods found in a balanced meal; pair one with other foods if you need something more substantial.
No, date nut energy balls contain the natural sugars in dates, even when no sweetener is added. Some recipes also include honey, syrup, or chocolate, so the ingredients depend on how they are made.
To make date nut energy balls less sweet, use fewer dates and add more nuts, seeds, or unsweetened cocoa. Keep enough dates to bind the mixture, or it may crumble when you roll it.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
30mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 108 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
A Date nut energy ball is a small, no-bake snack made by blending dates with nuts and shaping the mixture into balls. Dates bind the ingredients and bring natural sweetness, while the nuts add a rich, rounded flavour and a little crunch. The kinds and proportions of nuts vary from recipe to recipe.
Chewy and dense, it works as a quick snack between meals, a bite before a walk, or a sweet accompaniment to tea or coffee. It is also easy to pack for a commute or a hike. Its nutritional character comes from natural sugars, fats and fibre, with some protein from the nuts. Since it is concentrated and filling, try one small ball when you want something sweet, or pair it with plain yoghurt for a more substantial snack.
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
0.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.