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Energy-dense peanut-based sweet snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Peanut cocoa ball (25 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 3.4 mg of B3 covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
130
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 14% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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 | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 390 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 624 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Peanut cocoa balls are made by mixing ground peanuts or peanut butter with cocoa and a sticky ingredient, then rolling the mixture into balls. Dates, syrup, or another binder can help the mixture hold its shape; chill the finished balls before serving.
A moist binder makes peanut cocoa balls hold together. Peanut butter, mashed dates, or a little syrup can do the job; add it gradually and compress the mixture firmly so the balls keep their shape without becoming sticky.
Yes, peanut cocoa balls can be made without dates. Use peanut butter or a small amount of syrup as the binder instead, adjusting gradually until the mixture can be rolled; the result may taste less fruity and more distinctly peanutty.
No, peanut cocoa balls usually do not need baking. Mix, shape, and chill them until firm; if your particular recipe includes an ingredient that needs cooking, follow that ingredient’s preparation directions rather than assuming the whole recipe is no-bake.
Yes, peanut butter can replace ground peanuts in peanut cocoa balls. It adds moisture and helps bind the mixture, so use less of any other liquid binder and add it gradually to avoid a mixture that is too soft to roll.
Roll peanut cocoa balls in cocoa powder, finely chopped peanuts, or shredded coconut while their surface is slightly tacky. If the coating will not stick, chill the balls briefly and lightly dampen their surface before rolling them again.
Peanut cocoa balls keep best in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Their shelf life depends on the recipe and its perishable ingredients, so make a small batch, keep it chilled, and discard any balls with mold, an off smell, or an unusual texture.
Yes, peanut cocoa balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw the amount you need in the refrigerator so the balls soften without becoming wet on the outside.
Peanut cocoa balls can work as a portable pre-workout snack, but their fat content may make them feel heavy just before exercise. Try a small serving with enough time to digest, and choose a lighter snack if you exercise soon after eating.
Peanut cocoa balls can be a filling snack, but they are energy-dense and some recipes contain added sweeteners. Their ingredients and portion size matter, so treat them as a snack or sweet rather than assuming that a peanut-based recipe is automatically a light choice.
Vitamins
B3
3.38mg · 21% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
Vitamin E
1.55mg · 10% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
80mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
45mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Peanut cocoa ball is a small, rounded snack made by combining peanuts with cocoa. It is not tied to one particular regional tradition; it is commonly made at home or sold as a ready-to-eat sweet, with the binder and sweetener varying from recipe to recipe.
The cocoa’s bittersweet note complements the peanuts’ roasted, rich flavour. Depending on whether the peanuts are finely ground or left in pieces, the texture can be smooth or pleasantly crunchy. It works as a small treat with coffee or tea, or as a between-meal snack. It is energy-dense, with 520 calories and 18g of protein per 100g. For a lighter-feeling snack, have one piece alongside fresh fruit.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 263:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (263:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.