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Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Calories
Naturally sweet, with fiber, healthy fats, and minerals.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date Tahini Cocoa Ball (25 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 379 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.8 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
95
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 7% · Fat 37%
Date Tahini Cocoa Ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.63 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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 Medium Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 50 g | 190 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 227 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 284 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 379 kcal |
Calculated from 379 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date Tahini Cocoa Ball
How do you make a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
A Date Tahini Cocoa Ball is usually made by blending soft dates with tahini and cocoa, then shaping the mixture into balls. Chill them to help them firm up. If the mixture crumbles, blend it more thoroughly or add another soft date.
What ingredients are in a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
A Date Tahini Cocoa Ball is made mainly with dates, tahini, and cocoa. Recipes may also include oats, nuts, or shredded coconut for texture, but those are optional additions rather than necessary ingredients.
Does a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball need to be baked?
No, a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball is typically a no-bake sweet. Blend the ingredients, shape the mixture, and chill it until firm. Baking is not needed to bring the dates, tahini, and cocoa together.
Why is my Date Tahini Cocoa Ball too crumbly to roll?
A Date Tahini Cocoa Ball can crumble if the dates are too dry or the ingredients have not been blended enough. Soften dry dates in warm water and drain them well, then blend again; a little extra soft date can help bind the mixture.
How should you store a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
Store a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Chilling keeps the balls firm and helps prevent the tahini from picking up other food odors. Let one sit briefly at room temperature if you prefer a softer texture.
Can you freeze a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
Yes, a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball can be frozen. Freeze the balls in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw them in the refrigerator; the texture may be slightly softer afterward.
Which dates work best for a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
Soft, fleshy dates work best in a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball because they blend easily and help bind the mixture. If your dates are dry, soak them briefly in warm water and drain them thoroughly so the mixture does not become watery.
Can you replace tahini in a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
Yes, you can replace tahini in a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball with smooth peanut or almond butter. The flavor will change, and the ball will no longer have tahini’s distinctive sesame taste. Anyone avoiding sesame should also check ingredient labels for cross-contact.
Is a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball naturally sweetened?
Yes, a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball gets much of its sweetness from dates rather than added table sugar. Dates still contain naturally occurring sugars, so the ball tastes sweet and should not be treated as sugar-free.
Does a Date Tahini Cocoa Ball make a good pre-workout snack?
A Date Tahini Cocoa Ball can work as a small snack before exercise because its dates provide carbohydrates and tahini adds fat. Its dense texture may feel heavy for some people, so try it well before a workout rather than right beforehand.
Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.34mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Magnesium
43mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
59mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
148mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date Tahini Cocoa Ball
To burn the 95 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.
What is Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
A Date Tahini Cocoa Ball is a no-bake bite made by blending dates with tahini and cocoa, then shaping the mixture into small balls. It has no single traditional place of origin; it belongs to the family of modern homemade energy bites. Dates provide the sweetness, while tahini brings a rich, nutty depth and cocoa gives it a gently bitter chocolate note.
Enjoy one as an afternoon snack, pack it for a busy day, or serve it with coffee or tea. Its fibre and fats make it more sustaining than a simple sweet, while the dates keep the flavour naturally sweet. A medium piece is a convenient portion; for a lighter, less rich bite, use a little less tahini or make the balls smaller.
How Nutritious Is Date Tahini Cocoa Ball?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Processed?
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.
Does Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Good For?
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
Date Tahini Cocoa Ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 80:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (80:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.