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Energy ball made with figs, dark chocolate, and nuts
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fig chocolate ball (25 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% 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
98
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 5% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.18 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.75 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.3 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 | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 125 g | 488 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 585 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
A fig chocolate ball is made by blending dried figs with nuts, then mixing in melted dark chocolate. Shape the mixture into small balls and chill them until firm. If the figs are very dry, soften them briefly before blending.
A fig chocolate ball usually contains dried figs, dark chocolate, and nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts. Some recipes add cocoa or spices, but the figs provide sweetness and help bind the mixture.
You can, but fresh figs contain much more water than dried figs, so the mixture may turn soft and difficult to shape. Dried figs are the usual choice; if using fresh ones, expect to need a different recipe and extra chilling.
No, fig chocolate balls are usually no-bake. The figs and nuts are blended, combined with chocolate, and shaped before chilling. Keeping them cold helps the chocolate set and the balls hold their shape.
Store fig chocolate balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Chilling helps keep the chocolate firm and prevents the dried-fruit mixture from becoming sticky, especially in a warm kitchen.
Fig chocolate balls generally keep for about a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Discard them if they develop mold, an unusual smell, or signs that moisture has collected in the container.
Yes, fig chocolate balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container or freezer bag. Thaw a portion in the refrigerator so the chocolate does not soften too quickly.
Dark chocolate works especially well in fig chocolate balls because its slightly bitter flavor balances the sweetness of dried figs. Melt it gently before mixing, and let the shaped balls chill until the chocolate firms up.
Fig chocolate balls can be a satisfying snack, with fiber from figs and fats from nuts, but they are still a sweet made with dried fruit and chocolate. Treat them as a small snack rather than an unlimited health food.
Fig chocolate balls are not a weight-loss food, though their fiber and nuts may make a small portion more filling than candy. Because dried figs and chocolate are concentrated ingredients, keep portions modest if you are managing your intake.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.43mg · 3% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Sodium
1.75mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 98 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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A Fig chocolate ball is a small, no-bake snack made by combining figs, dark chocolate and nuts, then shaping the mixture into bite-sized rounds. Recipes vary, but the figs usually provide much of the sweetness and help bind the ingredients, while the chocolate adds a deeper, cocoa-rich note.
It is soft and chewy, with a little crunch from the nuts. Enjoy one with coffee or tea, pack it as a compact snack, or serve it alongside fresh fruit after a meal. It is energy-dense and provides fibre; a medium piece is about 25 g. If you would prefer a lighter snack, have one piece with plain yogurt or fruit rather than serving several at once.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.