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No-added-sugar coconut-based sweet snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sugar-free coconut ball (20 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g
86
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 23% · Protein 5% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 6.08 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 8.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 80 g | 344 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
A sugar-free coconut ball is made by mixing shredded coconut with an ingredient that binds the mixture, then rolling it into balls. Recipes may use nut butter, dates, mashed fruit, or another binder; chilling the mixture can make it easier to shape.
Coconut is the defining ingredient in a sugar-free coconut ball, while the binder and flavorings vary by recipe. Common additions include dates, cocoa, nut butter, or dairy; the name alone does not tell you whether the ball contains fruit sugars or a sweetener.
Not necessarily. “Sugar-free” may mean no sugar was added, rather than that the finished coconut ball contains zero sugars; dates, fruit, and some dairy ingredients contain naturally occurring sugars. Check the specific recipe or product ingredients.
Yes, dates can sweeten and bind a sugar-free coconut ball without adding table sugar. They still contain natural sugars, so a date-based ball is not sugar-free in the sense of containing no sugars at all.
A sugar-free coconut ball usually falls apart when the mixture is too dry or lacks enough binder. Mix in a little more of the binder used in your recipe, then chill the mixture; adding extra coconut can make it even harder to hold together.
Store homemade sugar-free coconut balls in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially if they contain yogurt, milk, or fresh fruit. Discard them if their smell, appearance, or texture changes, rather than tasting them to check.
Yes, sugar-free coconut balls can be frozen. Arrange them separately until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving for a more consistent texture.
Not always. A sugar-free coconut ball may still contain carbohydrates from dates, fruit, or other binders, so the name alone does not establish that it fits a ketogenic eating plan. Check the ingredients and serving information for the particular recipe.
A homemade sugar-free coconut ball lets you choose the ingredients and sweetener, while packaged versions can use different recipes. This snack is classified as processed; making it at home gives you more control over what goes in, but recipes can still vary widely.
Yes, a sugar-free coconut ball can serve as a small alternative when you want a coconut-based treat without added sugar. It is still a rich, filling sweet snack, and recipes made with dates or other fruit may contain natural sugars.
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
82mg · 2% DV
Sodium
8.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 86 calories in 1 piece (medium) (20 g):
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A sugar-free coconut ball is a small, no-added-sugar sweet snack made mainly with grated coconut. Recipes use different ingredients to help the mixture hold its shape, so the texture and sweetness can vary. It is more of a modern homemade or packaged alternative treat than a traditional dish tied to one particular place.
Expect a pronounced coconut flavour and a pleasantly chewy, sometimes crumbly texture. Enjoy one with coffee or tea, or as a small sweet after a meal. Coconut makes these balls rich in fat and fibre but relatively low in protein, so a modest portion is a practical choice. For a lighter snack, serve it 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.
No known major 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
6.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.