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Almond tahini cookie Calories
Contains healthy fats from tahini and almonds
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Almond tahini cookie (30 g) has 155 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.7 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Almond tahini cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
155
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.7g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 9% · Fat 56%
Almond tahini cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 155 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.41 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Almond tahini cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 232 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 386 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 464 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 150 g | 773 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Almond tahini cookie
How do you make an almond tahini cookie?
An almond tahini cookie is made by mixing tahini and almonds with a sweetener and flour, then baking the shaped dough. Recipes vary: some include egg, butter or oil, while others rely on tahini to bind the ingredients.
What does an almond tahini cookie taste like?
An almond tahini cookie tastes nutty and rich, with the toasted flavor of almonds and the earthy, slightly bitter notes of tahini. Its sweetness and texture vary by recipe, from crisp and crumbly to soft in the center.
Can you use almond flour in an almond tahini cookie?
Yes, you can replace some of the flour with almond flour in an almond tahini cookie. Replacing all the flour may make the dough fragile because almond flour does not provide the structure that wheat flour does.
Why is my almond tahini cookie dry or crumbly?
An almond tahini cookie often turns dry or crumbly when the dough has too much flour or is overbaked. Measure flour carefully, stop baking when the edges are just set, and let the cookies cool on the tray before moving them.
How should you store almond tahini cookies?
Store almond tahini cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep the container in a cool, dry place; moisture can soften the cookies, and storing them while warm can create condensation.
Can you freeze almond tahini cookie dough?
Yes, almond tahini cookie dough can usually be frozen. Shape the dough first, freeze the pieces separately until firm, then pack them in a sealed container; bake from frozen, allowing extra time for the centers to cook.
Can you make almond tahini cookies without eggs?
Yes, many almond tahini cookie recipes are made without eggs because tahini can help bind the dough. If your recipe relies on eggs for structure, removing them may make the cookies more fragile, so use a recipe designed to be egg-free.
Should tahini be stirred before making almond tahini cookies?
Yes, stir tahini thoroughly before adding it to almond tahini cookie dough. Sesame oil naturally separates and rises in the jar; using only the thick paste or only the oil can leave the dough uneven or change its texture.
Are almond tahini cookies healthier than regular cookies?
Almond tahini cookies provide fats from nuts and sesame, but they are still cookies and may contain substantial sugar and flour. Those ingredients do not make them automatically healthier than other cookies; compare the recipes and serving sizes.
What can you serve with almond tahini cookies?
Almond tahini cookies pair well with black coffee, tea or a glass of milk. Their rich sesame-and-almond flavor also works with fresh fruit, which adds a lighter contrast without making the serving as sweet.
Almond tahini cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.44mg · 10% DV
B3
0.87mg · 5% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
77mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
37mg · 9% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
Almond tahini cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Almond tahini cookie
To burn the 155 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Almond tahini cookie?
An Almond tahini cookie brings together tahini and almonds in a baked biscuit, often with a sweet, flour-based dough. Recipes vary: almonds may be chopped through the mixture or left in larger pieces, and tahini lends its distinctive roasted sesame character. It is a Turkish-style combination rather than a single fixed recipe.
Expect a tender, crumbly bite with nutty richness; some versions have a crisp edge. In Turkey, these cookies are commonly served with tea, while elsewhere they work just as well with coffee or as a small sweet after a meal. Tahini and almonds make them relatively rich in fats and energy, alongside some protein and fibre. For a lighter snack, have one small cookie with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Almond tahini cookie?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Almond tahini cookie Processed?
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.
Does Almond tahini cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Almond tahini cookie Good For?
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
Almond tahini cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.41g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 147:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (147:1).
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