Are date balls good for you?

Ingredients & benefits of coconut date balls That have no cholesterol and no trans-fat and that can protect you from heart disease. Aside from the heart benefits, pecans are a plant-based protein. They have 3g of protein in every 1 ounce. And that protein is going to help boost your energy!

What goes in date balls?

The basic recipe that I use for date energy balls starts with 1 cup of Medjool dates (about 10 dates) and 1/2 cup of nuts. You can use a variety of nuts based on what you have in your pantry. I also like to add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor, but it’s totally optional.

How long will date balls keep?

2 weeks
How Long will Date Balls Keep: Date Balls can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Making these perfect to make ahead of your holiday celebrations or to have on hand for guests. You might know these as coconut date balls or Rice Krispie Date Balls, whatever you call them, they are delicious!

How many calories are in a date ball?

Calories in Coconut Date Balls

Calories 78.2
Sodium 2.9 mg
Potassium 140.6 mg
Total Carbohydrate 14.5 g
Dietary Fiber 2.1 g

Are Medjool dates?

Medjool dates are a variety of dates enjoyed for their natural sweetness. They’re larger, darker, and more caramel-like in taste than other common types like Deglet Noor. As tropical stone fruits, they have a single pit surrounded by edible flesh.

How do you soften pitted dates?

Soak In Hot Or Boiling Water Pour enough hot or boiling water to cover the dates, then allow them to soak for about 10 minutes. Drain the water from the dates. The dates should now be soft and ready to be used. This hands-down is my preferred way to soften dates.

How do you make dates taste better?

Try stuffing them with goat cheese or cream cheese. Add a little garlic and herbs to the goat cheese mixture and honey and walnuts to the cream cheese mixture. Love sweets? Stuff dates with peanut butter and you’ll swear you’re eating a candy bar!

Does eating dates cause weight gain?

Potential side effects of consuming dates include: Weight gain: Dates, when consumed in excess, can lead to weight gain due to high caloric content. So, it is essential to consume dates in moderation. Blood sugar: Since dates contain natural sugars, eating them in excess can increase blood sugar levels.