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Sweet fig-and-cream confection
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fig cream ball (30 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
110
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 5% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.83 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| 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) | 30 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 22 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 55 g | 201 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
A fig cream ball is a small sweet made by combining figs with a creamy filling or coating. Recipes vary, so the name does not refer to one fixed traditional recipe or a single required type of cream.
To make fig cream balls, chop softened dried figs and mix them with a thick cream filling until the mixture holds together. Shape it into balls, then chill them before serving; add the cream gradually to avoid a loose mixture.
Dried figs are usually easier to use in fig cream balls because they add concentrated fig flavor without much extra moisture. Fresh figs can work, but their juiciness may leave the mixture too soft to shape.
No, most fig cream balls are shaped and chilled without baking. A recipe that includes dough may require oven time, but the basic fig-and-cream version sets in the refrigerator rather than in the oven.
Fig cream ball mixture usually fails to hold its shape when the figs are too wet or too much cream has been added. Pat the figs dry, mix in the cream gradually, and chill the mixture before shaping it.
Thick fillings such as cream cheese, mascarpone, or strained yogurt work in fig cream balls. Cream cheese and mascarpone make a richer filling, while yogurt tastes tangier; drain yogurt well so it does not loosen the mixture.
Yes, fig cream balls can be frozen, although their creamy centers may become softer or slightly grainy after thawing. Freeze them separately before packing, then thaw them in the refrigerator to help preserve their shape.
Serve fig cream balls chilled, either on their own or alongside plain tea or coffee. Chopped nuts can add crunch, while a small amount of citrus zest can balance the sweetness of the figs and cream.
Fig cream balls should be kept in a sealed container in the refrigerator because their filling contains dairy. Their keeping time varies with the recipe and freshness of its ingredients, so make a small batch and follow the filling's storage guidance.
People with diabetes may be able to include a fig cream ball, but figs and sweetened cream fillings can contribute substantial sugar. Portion size and meal planning are individual, so ask a doctor or dietitian how it fits your own plan.
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
20.4µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
115mg · 3% DV
Sodium
28mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fig cream ball is a small sweet made by combining figs with cream and shaping the mixture into a bite-sized ball. It brings together the fruit’s concentrated sweetness and the mellow richness of cream. Rather than being tied to one particular regional tradition, it is best understood as a simple fig-based confection that can be made at home or found among assorted sweets.
Its soft, creamy texture and rich sweetness suit an after-meal treat or a small bite alongside tea or coffee. Figs contribute some fibre, while the cream and sweet fruit make this an energy-dense sweet rather than an everyday light snack. If you want to keep the serving modest, pair one with unsweetened tea or coffee instead of adding another dessert.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.