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Naturally sweet, energy-dense, contains fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Hazelnut-coated date ball (25 g) has 105 calories. That works out to 421 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 25 g
105
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% 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 58% · Protein 5% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 105 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.38 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.4 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 (small) | 25 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 18 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 211 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 211 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 337 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 421 kcal |
Calculated from 421 calories per 100 g.
A hazelnut-coated date ball is usually made from pitted dates shaped into a bite and rolled in chopped or ground hazelnuts. Homemade versions may include cocoa, spices, or other additions, but dates and hazelnuts are the defining ingredients.
To make a hazelnut-coated date ball, blend soft, pitted dates until they form a moldable paste, shape it into small rounds, and roll each one in chopped hazelnuts. Chill the finished bites so they firm up before serving.
Hazelnut-coated date balls can be a satisfying sweet snack, with fiber from dates and fats from hazelnuts. They are also energy-dense and naturally sweet, so a small serving is a practical way to enjoy them without treating them as an unlimited snack.
A basic hazelnut-coated date ball needs no added sugar because dates provide the sweetness. Some packaged or customized versions add honey, syrup, or chocolate, so check the ingredient list if you are avoiding added sweeteners.
Store hazelnut-coated date balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them firm and fresh. Let a piece sit briefly at room temperature before eating if you prefer a softer, less chilled texture.
Yes, hazelnut-coated date balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container to prevent sticking. Thaw in the refrigerator; the hazelnut coating may lose a little crunch as it softens.
Hazelnut-coated date balls are often sticky when the date paste is warm or very moist. Chill the mixture before shaping, or mix in a little more finely ground hazelnut until it holds together; then roll the balls in the coating.
Yes, you can make hazelnut-coated date balls without a food processor if the dates are soft. Mash them thoroughly with a fork or chop them finely, knead the paste by hand, and press in a little ground hazelnut if needed.
A hazelnut-coated date ball can work as a small pre-workout snack because dates provide readily available carbohydrate. Its hazelnut coating adds fat and fiber, which may feel filling, so try it well before exercise rather than immediately beforehand.
You can roll a date ball in shredded coconut, sesame seeds, or finely chopped almonds instead of hazelnuts. These swaps change the flavor and texture, and an alternative nut is not suitable for someone avoiding that specific nut.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 105 calories in 1 piece (small) (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 hazelnut-coated date ball is made by blending or mashing pitted dates, shaping the mixture into small bites, and rolling them in chopped or ground hazelnuts. It is a no-bake sweet found in various forms across date-growing regions and in modern snack and confectionery shops. The dates bring a dense, caramel-like sweetness, while the hazelnuts add a toasted aroma and a pleasantly crisp coating.
Serve one with coffee or tea, pack it as a small snack, or offer it alongside fresh fruit after a meal. It is energy-dense, with natural sweetness and fibre, so a small piece can feel satisfying. For a less rich snack, keep the portions small and pair it with unsweetened tea or plain yoghurt.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.