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Date tahini ball Calories
Naturally sweet energy bite with sesame fats and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date tahini ball (25 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.9 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 5.5 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.
Date tahini ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
108
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% 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 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Date tahini ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.1 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Date tahini ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date tahini ball
How do you make date tahini balls?
To make date tahini balls, blend pitted soft dates with tahini until the mixture holds together. Add a little ground oats or nuts if it is too sticky, roll into small balls, and chill until firm.
Do date tahini balls need to be baked?
No, date tahini balls are usually no-bake. The dates bind the mixture, and chilling firms the balls enough to serve; baking can dry them out unless a particular recipe calls for it.
Why are my date tahini balls too sticky or falling apart?
Date tahini balls turn sticky when the mixture has too much tahini, and fall apart when the dates are too dry. Add ground oats or nuts gradually if sticky; soften dry dates with warm water, then drain them well.
How long do date tahini balls last in the fridge?
Store date tahini balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat homemade ones within several days. If the recipe includes fresh fruit or other perishable ingredients, use them sooner.
Can you freeze date tahini balls?
Yes, date tahini balls freeze well. Freeze them spaced apart on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw in the refrigerator before eating for a better texture.
Which dates work best for date tahini balls?
Soft, moist dates work best for date tahini balls because they mash easily and bind the mixture. If your dates are firm or dry, remove the pits, soak them briefly in warm water, and drain thoroughly.
Do date tahini balls contain added sugar?
Date tahini balls do not need added sugar because dates provide sweetness. Packaged versions and recipes with chocolate, honey, or other sweeteners may contain added sugar, so ingredients vary.
What can I use instead of tahini in date tahini balls?
You can replace tahini in date tahini balls with peanut butter or almond butter. The flavor and texture will change, so add the alternative gradually until the mixture rolls without becoming too soft.
Are date tahini balls a good pre-workout snack?
Yes, a date tahini ball can work as a convenient pre-workout snack because its dates provide readily available carbohydrates. Its tahini makes it richer, so allow time to digest it before intense exercise.
Are date tahini balls healthy to eat every day?
Date tahini balls can fit into everyday eating, but they are concentrated and easy to eat quickly. Treat them as a sweet snack rather than a substitute for a varied meal, and keep the portion modest.
Date tahini ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
46mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
20mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Date tahini ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date tahini ball
To burn the 108 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.
What is Date tahini ball?
A date tahini ball is a no-bake sweet made by mashing pitted dates with tahini and shaping the mixture into bite-sized rounds. Home recipes may include nuts or cocoa, but the simple version lets the dates’ fruity sweetness meet tahini’s rich, toasted sesame flavour. It is a familiar style of homemade energy bite across parts of the Middle East and Mediterranean, rather than one fixed recipe.
The texture is soft, dense and slightly sticky, making it easy to pack for a snack or serve alongside tea or coffee. Dates contribute sweetness and fibre, while tahini makes the bite more filling; it provides 8.7 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter snack, have one medium piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Date tahini ball?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Date tahini ball Processed?
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.
Does Date tahini ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date tahini ball Good For?
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
Date tahini ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 101.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (101.5:1).
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