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Orange-flavored, energy-boosting snack balls
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Orange fruit balls (45 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.9 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 8.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 45 g
153
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
27.9g
· 10% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 5% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 1.9 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 | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 119 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 75 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Orange fruit balls are small, sweet snacks shaped into bite-sized rounds, usually with orange zest or juice for flavor. Recipes vary and may use dates or other dried fruit, oats, nuts, coconut, or a combination of these ingredients.
You can make orange fruit balls without baking by blending or mashing the ingredients until they hold together, then rolling the mixture into balls. Chill them before serving; if the mixture feels dry, add a little orange juice rather than a large splash.
No, many orange fruit balls are made as no-bake snacks and simply chilled to firm up. Some recipes bake them, so follow the method for your particular ingredients; mixtures containing fresh fruit or juice should be refrigerated.
Use finely grated orange zest for a stronger orange aroma without adding much liquid. Orange juice adds a fresher, milder flavor, but too much can make the mixture wet and difficult to shape.
Keep orange fruit balls moist by blending the dried fruit thoroughly and adding a small amount of orange juice or another sticky ingredient if needed. Press the mixture together before rolling; adding liquid gradually helps prevent it from becoming too soft.
Orange fruit balls keep best in an airtight container in the refrigerator and are generally best eaten within a few days. Recipes with fresh orange juice or other moist ingredients spoil sooner than drier mixtures, so check their smell and texture.
Yes, orange fruit balls can be frozen for later. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together; thaw the amount you need in the refrigerator.
Orange fruit balls go well with tea, coffee, or a piece of fresh fruit as part of a snack. For a dessert platter, serve them alongside plain yogurt or other small bites with complementary citrus or nut flavors.
Orange fruit balls can work as a pre-workout snack because their dried-fruit ingredients provide readily available carbohydrates. Have them far enough ahead to feel comfortable during exercise, and choose a smaller portion if rich ingredients upset your stomach.
Orange fruit balls do not cause weight gain by themselves, but eating them often in large portions can add substantial energy to your day. Their sweet, compact form makes it easy to eat several, so portion them before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8.55mg · 10% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.95µg · 3% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 153 calories in 3 piece (medium) (45 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.
Orange fruit balls are small, sweet bites made by shaping a fruit-based mixture and flavouring it with orange. Recipes vary: some use chopped or puréed fruit, while others add ingredients to help the mixture hold together, so the finished bites can be soft and chewy or quite firm.
Their bright citrus aroma contrasts with the fruit’s natural sweetness. They work well as a portable snack, an addition to a lunchbox, or a small sweet with tea or coffee. Most of their energy comes from carbohydrates, and they also provide some fibre. Pair a few with plain yoghurt or a handful of nuts for a more substantial snack, or enjoy them on their own when you want something easy to carry.
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
— 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
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.