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Sesame Nut Ball Calories
Energy and healthy fat source, contains protein and fiber
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sesame Nut Ball (25 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sesame Nut Ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
130
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 11% · Fat 67%
Sesame Nut Ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.38 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% |
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 Sesame Nut Ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 390 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame Nut Ball
What is a Sesame Nut Ball?
A Sesame Nut Ball is a small snack made by combining sesame seeds with chopped or ground nuts and shaping the mixture into a ball. Recipes may use dates, nut butter, or another ingredient to help it hold together.
How do you make Sesame Nut Balls at home?
To make Sesame Nut Balls, grind the nuts, mix them with sesame seeds and a sticky binder such as mashed dates or nut butter, then shape the mixture. Add the binder gradually so the mixture holds without becoming overly wet.
Why are my Sesame Nut Balls falling apart?
Sesame Nut Balls usually fall apart when the mixture is too dry, the nuts are too coarsely chopped, or there is not enough binder. Mix in a little more date paste or nut butter, then chill the mixture before shaping.
Do Sesame Nut Balls need to be refrigerated?
Yes, Sesame Nut Balls are best kept in a sealed container in the refrigerator, especially when made with dates or nut butter. Refrigeration helps them stay firm; discard them if they develop mould, an unusual smell, or a change in appearance.
Can you freeze Sesame Nut Balls?
Yes, Sesame Nut Balls freeze well. Arrange them separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container so they do not stick together. Thaw them in the refrigerator before eating.
Are Sesame Nut Balls a healthy snack?
Sesame Nut Balls can be a nourishing snack because sesame and nuts provide protein, fibre, and unsaturated fats. Recipes vary, though, and versions made with lots of syrup or sweeteners may be less suitable as an everyday choice.
Are Sesame Nut Balls naturally sweet, or do they contain added sugar?
Sesame Nut Balls are not always naturally sweet; sweetness depends on the recipe. Date-based versions may have no added table sugar, while packaged or homemade varieties can include honey, syrup, or other sweeteners.
Can Sesame Nut Balls replace an energy bar before a workout?
Yes, a Sesame Nut Ball can be a convenient pre-workout snack, particularly when you want a small, portable bite. Because nuts and seeds can feel filling, try it well before exercise rather than immediately before a vigorous session.
How are Sesame Nut Balls different from energy balls?
Sesame Nut Balls are a type of energy ball that specifically features sesame and nuts. The broader term “energy ball” also covers recipes made mainly with oats, dried fruit, coconut, or other ingredients, without sesame.
How can you keep Sesame Nut Balls from sticking to your hands?
To keep Sesame Nut Balls from sticking to your hands, chill the mixture briefly and lightly dampen or oil your palms before rolling. If it remains too sticky to shape, mix in a small amount of finely ground nuts.
Sesame Nut Ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Vitamin K
10µg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
0.88mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Calcium
105mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Sodium
2.5mg · 0% DV
Sesame Nut Ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sesame Nut Ball
To burn the 130 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 Sesame Nut Ball?
A sesame nut ball brings sesame seeds and chopped or ground nuts together in a compact, bite-sized snack. Recipes vary in the nuts used and in what holds the mixture together, so it has no single traditional regional origin; it is often made at home or sold as a convenient snack.
The toasted, nutty flavour and a texture that can range from soft to pleasantly crunchy make it easy to eat between meals, with tea or coffee, or packed for a day out. It is energy-dense, with fats alongside protein and fibre. For a lighter snack, enjoy one ball with fresh fruit rather than reaching for several at once.
How Nutritious Is Sesame Nut Ball?
Nutrient density
High
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 Sesame Nut 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 Sesame Nut Ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sesame Nut 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
Sesame Nut Ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.