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Naturally sweet, energy-dense, contains fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date raw ball (25 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.6 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% 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
91
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
14.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% 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 62% · Protein 7% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.38 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.6 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 | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 183 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Date raw balls are made by blending pitted dates with nuts until the mixture holds together, then rolling it into small portions. Add a little cocoa, coconut, or spice if you like, and chill the balls so they firm up.
No, date raw balls are usually made without baking. A food processor softens and combines the dates and other ingredients, and chilling helps them set. Use ingredients that are ready to eat, especially if the recipe includes oats.
Date raw balls crumble when the mixture is too dry or the dates are firm. Soak dry dates briefly in warm water, drain them well, and blend again. Add extra ground nuts or oats a little at a time if needed.
Slightly damp hands make date raw balls easier to roll. You can also chill the mixture before shaping it or coat the finished balls with cocoa, ground nuts, or coconut. Avoid adding too much dry ingredient, which can make them crumbly.
Soft, moist dates work best for date raw balls because they blend into a sticky mixture that binds the other ingredients. If your dates are dry or firm, soak them briefly in warm water and drain them thoroughly before blending.
Yes, date raw balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Thaw the amount you want in the refrigerator before serving.
Store date raw balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator to keep them firm and prevent them from picking up food odors. If the recipe includes perishable ingredients such as fresh fruit or dairy, eat them sooner.
Yes, date raw balls can be a convenient snack before exercise because dates provide carbohydrates and nuts make the snack more filling. Their dense texture may not suit everyone immediately before activity, so try a small portion first.
Yes, date raw balls can be made without cocoa. Leave it out for a milder date-and-nut flavor, or use cinnamon, vanilla, or finely grated citrus zest instead. Adjust the dry ingredients if removing cocoa changes the mixture’s texture.
Date raw balls pair well with coffee, tea, or plain yogurt as a small snack or dessert. Their sweetness and dense texture also work well alongside fresh fruit; serve them in small portions rather than as a substitute for a full meal.
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
18mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 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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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 raw ball is a no-bake bite made by blending dates into a sticky mixture and shaping it into a ball, commonly with nuts. Recipes may also include seeds, cocoa or coconut, so the exact flavour and texture vary. It is a homemade-style sweet found in many places rather than a dish tied to one particular region.
Expect a soft, chewy centre and concentrated date sweetness. It works as a small snack with coffee or tea, or as a portable bite between meals; in cafés and home kitchens, it is often served alongside other no-bake treats. Naturally sweet and energy-dense, it provides 8.7 g of fibre per 100 g. Choose a small piece if you want a lighter snack, and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance the sweetness.
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
0.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 39:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (39:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.