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Energy ball made with walnuts, figs, and dark chocolate
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Walnut fig ball (dark chocolate) (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 6% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A walnut fig ball with dark chocolate is made mainly from dried figs, walnuts and dark chocolate. The figs bind the mixture and add sweetness, while walnuts give it texture and chocolate is used as a coating or mixed into the bite.
To make a walnut fig ball with dark chocolate, soften dried figs, pulse them with walnuts until the mixture holds together, then roll it into balls. Dip or coat the balls in melted dark chocolate and chill until the coating sets.
Store walnut fig balls with dark chocolate in a sealed container in the refrigerator. This helps keep the chocolate firm and the fig mixture moist; let a ball sit briefly at room temperature before serving if you prefer a softer bite.
Yes, walnut fig balls with dark chocolate freeze well. Freeze them separately first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw in the refrigerator to help preserve their texture.
Dried figs work better for walnut fig balls with dark chocolate because they have a concentrated, sticky texture that helps the mixture hold its shape. Fresh figs contain more moisture, which can make the mixture too soft to roll or coat.
Walnut fig balls with dark chocolate usually fall apart when the fig mixture is too dry or has not been blended enough to bind. Soften the figs and process the mixture until it clumps; add any moisture gradually to avoid making it sticky.
Plain dark chocolate that melts smoothly works best for walnut fig balls with dark chocolate. Melt it gently, stirring as it softens, so it coats the balls evenly without scorching.
Walnut fig balls with dark chocolate pair well with coffee, black tea or a dessert platter of dried fruit and nuts. Their sweet, rich flavour also works well as a small treat alongside a less-sweet drink.
A walnut fig ball with dark chocolate can be a convenient small snack before exercise because it combines dried fruit with nuts. Eat it early enough to see how it feels during activity, since its dense texture may not suit everyone just before a workout.
No, walnut fig balls with dark chocolate are not suitable for someone with a walnut or tree nut allergy because they contain walnuts. Avoid them rather than relying on removing visible pieces, since the mixture itself contains ground nuts.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.54mg · 4% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.05µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
24mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Sodium
1.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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.
A Walnut fig ball (dark chocolate) combines the mellow sweetness of figs with chopped walnuts, then gets a coating of dark chocolate. It is a compact, snack-style sweet rather than a particular regional speciality, and is often made at home as a way to bring these ingredients together without baking.
The figs make the centre soft and chewy, while walnuts add a pleasant crunch and the chocolate brings a bittersweet finish. Enjoy one with tea or coffee, serve it as a small after-dinner treat, or pack it for a snack. It provides fibre, but nuts and chocolate make it energy-dense too. If you want a lighter bite, choose a smaller piece or use a thinner chocolate coating.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.