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Typically date-, oat-, nut- and seed-based; energy-dense, fiber-rich snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Healthy energy ball (25 g) has 63 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.8 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
63
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
8.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 6% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 63 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
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 | 63 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 12 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 38 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 88 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 188 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
A healthy energy ball is usually made from dates, oats, nuts, and seeds. Dates help bind the mixture, while ingredients such as cocoa, coconut, or dried fruit add flavor. Recipes vary, so check the ingredient list when buying one.
A healthy energy ball is made by blending its ingredients until they clump, then rolling the mixture by hand. If it is too dry, add a little water or soft date; if it is sticky, chill it before shaping.
Yes, you can make a healthy energy ball without dates by using soft dried figs or apricots. They add sweetness and help hold the mixture together; soften very dry fruit first and adjust the amount until the mixture rolls easily.
Store a healthy energy ball in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where it will generally keep for about a week. Recipes containing fresh fruit or other perishable ingredients may not last as long, so use them sooner.
Yes, a healthy energy ball freezes well. Freeze the pieces separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Thaw one in the refrigerator when you want a snack.
A healthy energy ball is usually too sticky because the mixture has more moisture than the oats and other dry ingredients can absorb. Mix in a little more oats or chill the mixture briefly, then try rolling it again.
Yes, a healthy energy ball can be a convenient pre-workout snack because dates and oats provide carbohydrates. Nuts and seeds make it more filling, so leave enough time before exercising if rich snacks tend to feel heavy for you.
You can replace oats in a healthy energy ball with finely ground coconut, puffed grains, or another suitable dry ingredient. The texture will change, so add it gradually until the mixture holds together without becoming crumbly.
A healthy energy ball falls apart when the mixture is too dry or has not been blended enough for its ingredients to bind. Add a little mashed date or water, blend again, and chill the mixture before shaping.
No, a healthy energy ball is better treated as a snack than a complete breakfast. It is a small, concentrated bite and does not provide the variety of foods typically included in a filling morning meal; pair it with other foods if needed.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.65mg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
30mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 63 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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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A healthy energy ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made by combining dates, oats, nuts and seeds. The dates help bind the mixture and add sweetness; home recipes may also include cocoa or dried fruit. It is a contemporary snack rather than a dish tied to one particular cuisine, and is often prepared ahead for easy snacking.
Soft and chewy with a little crunch, it works as a quick bite between meals, after exercise, or alongside coffee or tea. It is energy-dense and provides fibre, with 5 g per 100 g. Because it is compact and filling, one medium piece can be enough for a snack; pair it with fresh fruit or plain yoghurt for a more rounded option.
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
✓ 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
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.