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Energy balls made with naturally sweet dates and peanut butter, providing protein and fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Peanut Butter Date Protein Balls (25 g) has 92 calories. That works out to 366 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
92
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 18% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 92 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 | 92 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 183 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 75 g | 275 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 366 kcal |
Calculated from 366 calories per 100 g.
Peanut butter date protein balls are made by blending soft, pitted dates with peanut butter, then adding oats or protein powder until the mixture holds together. Roll it into small balls and chill before serving. If the dates are dry, soften them first.
No, peanut butter date protein balls are usually no-bake. The dates help bind the mixture, so you can shape the blended ingredients and chill the balls until firm. If you add oats, use oats intended to be eaten without cooking.
Peanut butter date protein balls generally keep for about a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If your recipe includes fresh fruit or dairy, use them sooner. Discard the balls if you notice mold or an unusual sour smell.
Yes, peanut butter date protein balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Thaw a portion in the refrigerator when you are ready to eat it.
Peanut butter date protein balls usually crumble when the dates are too dry or the mixture lacks enough binder. Soften dry dates in warm water and drain them well, then blend again. If needed, add a little more peanut butter to bring the mixture together.
Soft, moist dates work best for peanut butter date protein balls because they blend easily and help bind the ingredients. If your dates are firm or dry, soak them briefly in warm water, then drain thoroughly so excess moisture does not make the mixture sticky.
Yes, peanut butter date protein balls can be made without protein powder. Oats or ground nuts can help give the mixture structure, though the finished balls will have a different protein content and texture. Add dry ingredients gradually to avoid making them crumbly.
Peanut butter date protein balls can work as a snack before or after exercise. If eating one before a workout feels too heavy, have it earlier; afterward, pair it with yogurt or milk for a more substantial snack.
Yes, you can replace the peanut butter in peanut butter date protein balls with almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter. The flavor and firmness may change, so add the alternative gradually until the mixture can be rolled without falling apart.
Peanut butter date protein balls can be a convenient snack for children old enough to eat their texture safely. Make them smooth rather than leaving hard nut pieces, and never serve them to a child with a peanut allergy. They are a snack, not a meal replacement.
Vitamins
B3
1.27mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.25µg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
26mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
143mg · 4% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 92 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Peanut butter date protein balls are small, usually no-bake bites made by blending dates with peanut butter and shaping the mixture into balls. They belong to the modern energy-ball snack family rather than a single traditional cuisine, and recipes may include oats or other additions. The dates bring a caramel-like sweetness, while peanut butter adds a rich, nutty flavour; the texture is dense, soft and slightly sticky.
They work as a portable snack, a small bite with tea or coffee, or a handy option before or after activity. They provide fibre as well as protein, with 15.2 g of protein per 100 g. A medium piece is about 25 g, so one can be a satisfying small portion; keep the recipe lighter by making smaller balls and skipping extra sweeteners.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 49:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (49:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.