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Source of fiber, healthy fats, and natural sweetness
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date Hazelnut Ball (30 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 388 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.4 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
116
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
18.4g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.44 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.6 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 (medium) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 233 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 291 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 349 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 388 kcal |
Calculated from 388 calories per 100 g.
Date hazelnut balls are made by blending pitted, soft dates with hazelnuts until the mixture holds together, then shaping it into balls. You can add a little water if it is too dry; the basic homemade version needs no baking.
Date hazelnut balls can be a nourishing snack because they combine fruit with nuts, but they are still a sweet, energy-dense food. Their natural sweetness comes from dates, so enjoy them as a snack or treat rather than assuming they are sugar-free.
Store date hazelnut balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Their moist date mixture keeps better chilled than at room temperature. If they develop mold, an off smell, or an unusual texture, discard them rather than tasting them.
Yes, date hazelnut balls freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Thaw what you need in the refrigerator and avoid refreezing once thawed.
Soft, moist dates work best for date hazelnut balls because they blend easily and help bind the nuts. If your dates are firm or dry, remove the pits, soak them briefly in warm water, and drain them thoroughly before blending.
Date hazelnut balls usually turn too sticky when the dates are very moist or the mixture has been blended for too long. Chill the mixture before shaping, or pulse in more chopped hazelnuts a little at a time until it is manageable.
Yes, you can make date hazelnut balls without a food processor if you start with very soft dates and finely chopped hazelnuts. Mash the dates with a fork, mix in the nuts by hand, and press the mixture firmly into small balls.
Yes, hazelnut butter can replace some of the whole hazelnuts in date hazelnut balls, but it makes the mixture softer and richer. Add it gradually and mix in chopped nuts if needed so the balls hold their shape.
Date hazelnut balls can work as a convenient pre-workout snack because dates provide carbohydrates. Their hazelnuts add fat, which may feel heavy if you eat them immediately before exercise, so allow time to see how they sit with you.
People with diabetes may be able to include date hazelnut balls, but dates still contain carbohydrates and can raise blood glucose. The effect depends on portion and individual needs, so discuss a suitable serving with your diabetes care team.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.93mg · 6% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.44mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
26mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
182mg · 5% DV
Sodium
0.9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 116 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 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 Date Hazelnut Ball brings together dates and hazelnuts, shaped into a small, sweet bite. The dates provide a soft, sticky base and natural sweetness, while hazelnuts add a distinctive toasted flavour and a little crunch. It is commonly made as a no-bake homemade snack, with recipes varying in any additional ingredients.
Enjoy one with tea or coffee, pack it for a snack, or serve it as a small sweet after a meal. It offers fibre and fats from the nuts, with much of its sweetness coming from dates. For a lighter snack, keep to one piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
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
0.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.49g
Omega 6:3 ratio 47:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (47:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.