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No added sugar, source of fiber
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Sugar-free date delight (40 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 40 g
116
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
27.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 3% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 0.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free date delight is a date-based sweet shaped into small, chewy pieces, often with nuts or coconut added. Its sweetness usually comes from the dates themselves, so “sugar-free” generally means no extra sugar was added, not that the treat contains no sugars.
Dates are the main ingredient in most sugar-free date delight recipes. Depending on the version, it may also contain nuts, tahini, cocoa, or coconut; ingredients vary, so a particular add-in should not be assumed to be present in every recipe.
No, sugar-free date delight can still contain naturally occurring sugars from dates. The name usually indicates that no separate sugar was added, rather than that the finished sweet has no sugars or will have no effect on blood glucose.
Sugar-free date delight typically gets its sweetness and body from dates, while traditional Turkish delight is commonly made with a sugar syrup and starch. Date delight tends to taste fruitier and denser, and nuts or coconut can change its texture further.
To make sugar-free date delight, mash pitted, soft dates and knead them until they form a moldable mixture. Stir in chopped nuts if you like, shape the mixture, and chill it; if the dates are dry, soften them before mashing.
Store sugar-free date delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Homemade or especially moist pieces are better kept in the refrigerator; use clean, dry hands or utensils when serving to help prevent the remaining pieces from spoiling.
Yes, you can freeze sugar-free date delight in an airtight container, with pieces separated so they do not stick together. Thaw it in the refrigerator before serving; the texture may become softer, so freezing smaller portions can be more convenient.
Sugar-free date delight may still affect blood glucose because dates contain natural sugars and carbohydrates. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual meal plan and portion needs rather than relying on the “sugar-free” name.
Sugar-free date delight pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances the dates’ sweetness. Serve small pieces alongside a hot drink as a snack or after a meal; nuts or coconut in the recipe can influence which drinks pair best.
Sugar-free date delight can be offered to children in small pieces, but it still contains the dates’ natural sugars. Check whether the version contains nuts, and avoid giving whole nut pieces to very young children because they can pose a choking risk.
Vitamins
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B3
0.64mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.56µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
22mg · 5% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sugar-free date delight is a bite-sized sweet made with dates, whose natural sweetness means it needs no added sugar. Shaped like a small piece of lokum, it is soft and chewy, with a rich, caramel-like fruit flavour.
Dates are enjoyed across the Middle East and Mediterranean, while this lokum-inspired version can be served with coffee or tea as a small after-meal treat. Its carbohydrate content comes largely from the fruit, and it provides fibre: 7.2 g per 100 g. Pair a small portion with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want a sweet bite without adding another sugary accompaniment.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.