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No-added-sugar energy balls naturally sweetened with dates, providing healthy fats from tahini and walnuts.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls (25 g) has 113 calories. That works out to 450 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.1 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 7.9 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
113
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
11.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.9g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 9% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 113 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.9 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 18 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 113 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 270 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 75 g | 338 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 450 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 100 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 180 g | 810 kcal |
Calculated from 450 calories per 100 g.
Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls are made by blending pitted dates with walnuts, cocoa and tahini, then rolling the mixture into balls. If it feels too dry, add a little tahini; if sticky, mix in more cocoa.
Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls can be a filling snack, with fiber from dates and fats from walnuts and tahini. They are still energy-dense, so a small serving is usually more satisfying than eating several at once.
No, date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls are typically made without added sugar; dates provide their sweetness. They are not sugar-free, though, because dates contain naturally occurring sugars.
Store date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Chilling helps them hold their shape, while letting one sit briefly at room temperature softens the texture before serving.
Yes, date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls freeze well. Freeze them spaced apart on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls usually crumble when the dates are too dry or the mixture has not been blended enough. Blend it again, adding a little tahini or a soft date until it holds together.
Soft, moist dates work best in date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls because they bind the ingredients easily. If your dates are firm, soak them briefly in warm water, then drain them well before blending.
Yes, you can make date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls without a food processor, but the mixture may be less smooth. Finely chop the dates and walnuts, then mash and knead everything together until it sticks.
Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls have no added sugar, but dates still provide natural sugars that can raise blood glucose. If you have diabetes, ask your healthcare professional how a portion fits your individual plan.
Yes, you can replace tahini in date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls with a smooth nut butter, but the flavor will change and the mixture may need adjusting. Add it gradually until the mixture is easy to roll.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Folate
14µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
68mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
36mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
133mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 113 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Date, walnut, cocoa and tahini balls are made by blending dates with walnuts, cocoa and tahini, then shaping the mixture into bite-sized portions. They are more of a contemporary no-bake snack than a traditional dish from one particular region: dates provide sweetness and help bind the ingredients, while cocoa balances it with a gently bitter note.
Their texture is soft and fudgy, with crunchy walnut pieces and the savoury, nutty depth of tahini. Enjoy them with coffee or tea, as a lunchbox snack or a small sweet after a meal. They contain no added sugar, but are still energy-dense, with fibre and fats from the dates, walnuts and tahini. One medium ball is about 25 g; pair it with fresh fruit or have a single piece when you want a modest 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.