A 1 kg pack of Ajwa dates holds roughly 50 to 100 pieces as a planning estimate, depending on the size grade. Estimate it as 1,000 g divided by the average weight of one date: 20 g gives about 50 dates, 15 g gives about 67, and 10 g gives about 100.
How many Ajwa dates are in 1 kg?
There is no single fixed number, and anyone who quotes one figure for every pack is simplifying. Ajwa dates are sold in size grades, and a pack of larger, plumper fruit holds fewer pieces than a pack of smaller ones. What stays constant is the weight: 1 kg is 1,000 g, so the count is decided only by how much each date weighs.
For a mixed-size pack of Ajwa, a practical planning range is 50 to 100 dates per kg. If you are buying for gifting, a wedding tray or an iftar table, plan around the middle of that range and keep a few extra. If you want the exact figure for a particular pack, weigh ten dates on a kitchen scale, divide the result by ten, then divide 1,000 by that number.
We sell Ajwa dates in packs listed on the product page, and the page also shows the sizes on offer. Counts will differ a little from one pack to the next because dates are natural fruit, not moulded pieces.
The simple formula for counting dates in a kilo
Pieces per kg = 1,000 g divided by the average weight of one date in grams. The table below shows what that arithmetic gives for common piece weights. These are worked examples, not claims about any one pack.
| Average weight of one date | Dates in 1 kg (approx.) | Dates in 500 g (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 g | 100 | 50 |
| 12 g | 83 | 42 |
| 15 g | 67 | 33 |
| 20 g | 50 | 25 |
| 25 g | 40 | 20 |
| 30 g | 33 | 17 |
| 40 g | 25 | 13 |
Two things change the weight of a date inside the same pack. The first is moisture. A softer, fresher date weighs more than a drier one of the same size. The second is the pit. Whole dates carry a stone, which can be a noticeable share of the weight, so a pitted pack will hold more pieces than a whole one at the same net weight. Always check whether a pack is sold with or without pits before you compare counts.
Why the number matters
People ask about piece count for three reasons: portioning, gifting and budgeting. For portioning, you want to know how many days a pack lasts at two or three dates a day. For gifting, you want an even number per box. For budgeting, you want to compare packs fairly. In that last case, compare by weight, not by count. A pack with fewer, bigger dates is not worse value just because the number on the box is smaller.
Ajwa, Medjool, Safawi and Mazafati compared
The question "how many dates in 1 kg" has a different answer for each variety, because the varieties differ in size. The typical single-date weights below are commonly quoted ranges for these varieties and will vary with grade and harvest, so treat them as a starting point.
| Variety | Typical piece weight | Dates in 1 kg (approx.) | Texture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajwa | about 10 to 20 g | 50 to 100 | Dark, soft, dense and not syrupy |
| Medjool | about 25 to 40 g | 25 to 40 | Large, plump, caramel-like |
| Kalmi / Safawi (as we sell it) | about 10 to 18 g | 55 to 100 | Soft to slightly chewy |
| Mazafati | about 15 to 20 g | 50 to 65 | Very moist, dark, soft |
If you want a bigger date for stuffing or serving whole, look at our Medjool dates. If you prefer a firmer, less sticky bite, Kalmi (Safawi) dates suit snacking and cooking. For a very soft date that is best kept cool, there are Mazafati dates. You can see everything in one place on the dates and khajoor collection.
What makes Ajwa dates different
Ajwa is a variety of date palm fruit that is traditionally associated with the region around Madinah in Saudi Arabia. It is small to medium in size, with dark brown to almost black skin and a soft, dense flesh that is less sticky than many other dates. The sweetness is mild compared with Medjool.
Ajwa also has religious significance. A hadith recorded in Sahih al-Bukhari mentions eating seven Ajwa dates in the morning, and this is the reason many families buy them in larger quantities around Ramadan and for gifting. We mention this as tradition, not as a health claim.
How to look at an Ajwa date before you buy
- Colour: deep brown to near black, fairly even across the pack.
- Surface: slightly wrinkled, not wet or oily, with no sour smell.
- Flesh: soft but dense when pressed, not syrupy.
- Pit: a single elongated stone, small compared with the fruit.
- Pack details: a best-before date, FSSAI licence number and a seller you can contact.
No single visual check confirms a variety. Buy from a seller who states the variety and pack details clearly, and ask questions if you are unsure.
What is in a date
Dates are a dense, sweet fruit. Using published food composition data for common dates as a guide, 100 g of dates provides about 275 to 285 kcal, roughly 7 g of fibre, a little protein and almost no fat. The energy comes mainly from natural sugars. Dates are also a source of potassium, with figures often quoted at around 650 to 700 mg per 100 g, and they supply smaller amounts of magnesium, copper and B vitamins.
These are general values for dates as a food group. Ajwa-specific figures vary between sources, so we do not give Ajwa-only numbers. At about 20 g a piece, one date is roughly 55 to 60 kcal on this basis.
If you have diabetes or manage your blood sugar, or if you are advised to limit potassium, ask your doctor or dietitian how many dates suit you before you increase the amount.
How many dates per day
For a healthy adult, two to four dates a day is a common and reasonable amount, eaten as a snack or after a meal. Many people eat three to seven around Ramadan when breaking the fast. Because dates are calorie-dense, a handful can add several hundred kcal quickly, so portion size matters if you are watching weight.
Pairing dates with nuts is a practical way to slow the sweetness down and make the snack more filling. Our California almonds and walnut kernels both go well with dates.
Date and walnut energy balls
A simple use for a pack of Ajwa: pit the dates, blend with roasted walnuts and a pinch of cardamom, roll into small balls and keep them in the fridge. No sugar needs to be added because the dates carry enough sweetness. Three or four balls make a portable snack.
Storage
Keep dates in an airtight container away from heat and direct sun. Firm, drier dates keep well in a cool cupboard for a good while; softer, moister dates such as Mazafati keep better in the refrigerator. If you bought a large pack for an event, the fridge is the safer choice in humid weather.
A white, crystalline film on a date is usually sugar that has come to the surface, not mould, and it can be wiped away. Discard dates that smell sour or fermented, feel slimy or show fuzzy growth.
Buying Ajwa dates online
AlphonsoMango.in is run by Powle Home Foods in Mumbai, and we are an FSSAI-licensed seller with 47,000+ customers across online, offline and marketplace sales. Orders ship by Blue Dart. Check your PIN code at checkout.
Start with the Ajwa dates page for pack sizes and the current price, or browse the full dates and khajoor collection. The product page is the right place to check the price, because it changes with grade and pack.
People also ask
How many Ajwa dates are there in 1 kg?
It depends on the size grade. A mixed pack of Ajwa dates holds roughly 50 to 100 pieces per kg as a planning estimate. Divide 1,000 g by the average weight of one date to estimate: 20 g dates give about 50, while 10 g dates give about 100. Weigh ten dates for a precise figure.
How many dates are in 1 kg of Medjool?
Medjool dates are larger, so a kilo holds fewer. If a typical Medjool weighs 25 to 40 g, then 1 kg contains roughly 25 to 40 dates. Actual counts change with grade and moisture, so weigh a few from your pack and divide 1,000 by the average to be sure.
How many Ajwa dates should I eat in a day?
For most healthy adults, two to four dates a day is a sensible amount, and some people eat up to seven around Ramadan. Dates are rich in natural sugar and calories, so keep portions modest. If you have diabetes or a kidney condition, ask your doctor or dietitian first.
How can I tell if Ajwa dates are genuine?
No single check settles it. Genuine Ajwa is usually deep brown to near black, soft but dense and not syrupy, with a small pit. Buy from a seller who names the variety, shows a best-before date and an FSSAI number, and answers your questions.
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Written by Prashant Powle, founder of AlphonsoMango.in. Last reviewed October 2026.