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Naturally sweet, fiber-rich, homemade snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Homemade oat date balls (25 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.9 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
91
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% 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 68% · Protein 8% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.45 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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 | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 4 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Homemade oat date balls are made by blending pitted dates with oats and any chosen add-ins until the mixture holds together. Roll it into balls and chill; if it seems crumbly, add a little water or nut butter until it becomes workable.
Homemade oat date balls usually fall apart because the dates are too dry or there is not enough sticky fruit to bind the oats. Soften dry dates briefly in warm water, drain them well, and blend again; add a little nut butter if needed.
Soft, plump dates work best for homemade oat date balls because they blend into a sticky binder. Medjool dates are a popular choice, but drier varieties work too if you briefly soak them in warm water after removing the pits.
Homemade oat date balls keep well in a sealed container in the refrigerator for several days. Store them chilled rather than uncovered, so they do not dry out or absorb other food odors; let them sit briefly at room temperature if they feel firm.
Yes, homemade oat date balls freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container so they do not stick together; thaw the portion you want in the refrigerator before eating.
No, homemade oat date balls are usually a no-bake snack. Blend the ingredients, shape the mixture, and chill it until firm; toasting the oats is optional and adds a nuttier flavor, but it is not needed to make the balls hold together.
Yes, you can make homemade oat date balls without a food processor, though the texture will be less uniform. Finely chop or mash softened dates, then mix them thoroughly with quick oats and any binder; knead the mixture by hand before shaping.
You can add cocoa, cinnamon, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or nut butter to homemade oat date balls. Start with small additions so the mixture stays sticky enough to shape; if it turns dry, mix in softened date or a little water.
Homemade oat date balls can work as a pre-workout snack because dates provide readily available carbohydrate and oats make them more substantial. Eat them early enough to see how they sit with you, especially before vigorous exercise.
Yes, quick oats can replace rolled oats in homemade oat date balls. They create a finer, softer texture and absorb moisture more quickly, so add them gradually and stop when the mixture can be rolled without feeling wet or crumbly.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
46mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
20mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
103mg · 3% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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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.
Homemade oat date balls are a no-bake snack made by blending or mashing dates with oats and shaping the mixture into bite-sized balls. They are a home-kitchen recipe rather than a dish tied to one particular region; some versions include nuts, nut butter, tahini or cocoa for extra flavour and a firmer texture.
The dates make the balls sweet and soft, while oats give them a pleasantly chewy bite. They work as a quick snack, a lunchbox addition or a small sweet with tea or coffee. Naturally sweet and rich in fibre, they provide 8.9 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter batch, skip added sweeteners and keep richer additions such as nut butter or nuts modest.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.