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Fiber-containing energy ball with healthy fats
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fit dessert ball (25 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 8.7 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 51 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
103
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
8.7g
· 11% 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 16% · Protein 13% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.7 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.59 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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 | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A fit dessert ball is usually made by blending dried fruit with nuts and ingredients such as oats or cocoa, then rolling the mixture into balls. If it crumbles, add a little water or more mashed dried fruit until it holds together.
A fit dessert ball commonly combines dried fruit and nuts, with oats, cocoa, coconut, or nut butter added in some recipes. The ingredients vary, but a sticky component helps the mixture hold its shape without baking.
No, a fit dessert ball is usually a no-bake snack. The ingredients are blended, shaped, and chilled until firm; recipes that use a baked base are a different variation.
A fit dessert ball generally keeps for about a week in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If the recipe includes fresh fruit or another perishable ingredient, eat it sooner and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long.
Yes, you can freeze a fit dessert ball. Freeze the balls separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together; thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
Yes, a fit dessert ball can be made without dates. Dried apricots, figs, or raisins can add sweetness and help bind the mixture, though you may need to adjust the moisture or add a little water.
A fit dessert ball holds together when the mixture is moist enough to compress between your fingers. If it crumbles, add a little water or mashed dried fruit; if it is too sticky, mix in oats or ground nuts.
A fit dessert ball can be rolled in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or finely chopped nuts. Coat the balls after shaping, then chill them so the coating sticks and the outside firms up.
A fit dessert ball does not cause weight loss by itself. Recipes made with nuts and dried fruit can be energy-dense despite their small size, so keep portions in mind and use one as part of a planned snack.
A fit dessert ball is not automatically suitable for everyone with diabetes; versions sweetened with dried fruit can affect blood sugar. Ingredients and portion size matter, so ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.68mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.3µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.39mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
59mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
31mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 103 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Fit dessert ball is a small, no-bake sweet usually made by combining dried fruit and nuts, often with oats, cocoa or similar ingredients, then shaping the mixture into bite-sized balls. Recipes vary, so the flavour may be fruity, nutty or chocolatey.
Its dense, chewy texture makes it convenient as a snack, with coffee or tea, or before a walk or workout. It provides fibre and fats from its ingredients; at 410 calories per 100 g, it is best enjoyed as a small treat rather than an unlimited snack. Pair one with unsweetened tea or coffee, or make a lighter snack by serving it with fresh fruit.
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
— 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
0.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.81g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.