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A low, loaf-shaped cake with a dark cocoa-brown, slightly cracked top sits with a cut slice showing dense, moist brown crumb and occasional pale banana pieces.

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Calories

Moist cake made with banana, cocoa, and tahini. Source of fiber, healthy fats, and minerals.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

310kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

260mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.6g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake (60 g) has 186 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.8 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 2.2 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.

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g

186

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

22.8g

· 8% DV

Protein

3.1g

· 6% DV

Fat

9g

· 12% DV

Fiber

2.2g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories186 kcal
Total fat9 g12%
Saturated fat1.26 g6%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium72 mg3%
Total carbohydrate22.8 g8%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein3.1 g6%

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 Slice of Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)60 g186 kcal
1 slice (thin)40 g124 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g186 kcal
1 slice (thick)90 g279 kcal
100 g100 g310 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g310 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g372 kcal
2 slice (double)120 g372 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)180 g558 kcal

Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake

How do you make Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

To make Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake, mash ripe bananas and mix them with tahini, cocoa, and the recipe’s other wet ingredients. Fold in the dry ingredients, pour the batter into a prepared pan, and bake according to the recipe until the center is set.

Can you use overripe bananas in Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Yes, overripe bananas work especially well in Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake. Their soft texture makes them easy to mash, and their stronger sweetness and banana flavor carry through the cocoa and tahini.

Why does Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake turn out dense?

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake can turn dense if the batter is overmixed or contains too much banana or tahini. Mix only until the flour disappears, measure the ingredients carefully, and check that the leavening agent is fresh.

What does tahini do in Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Tahini adds a toasted sesame flavor and helps give Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake a rich, moist crumb. Stir tahini thoroughly before measuring it, since separated oil can otherwise make the batter uneven.

How long does Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake last?

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake keeps for a few days in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool kitchen. Refrigerate it if the room is warm or you need to keep it longer, and let slices lose their chill before serving.

Can Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake be frozen?

Yes, Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake freezes well. Let it cool completely, wrap whole or individual slices tightly, and store them in a freezer-safe container; thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

What can I use instead of tahini in Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Smooth almond butter or peanut butter can replace tahini in Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake. The cake will still be moist, but it will have a different flavor and lose tahini’s distinctive toasted sesame taste.

Can you make Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake without eggs?

Yes, you can make Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake without eggs by using a tested egg-free cake recipe with a suitable binder, such as ground flax mixed with water. Banana alone may not provide enough structure, so the crumb can turn heavy.

How do you know when Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake is baked?

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake is ready when the center feels set and a toothpick inserted there comes out without wet batter. A few moist crumbs are fine; let the cake cool before slicing so its soft crumb can firm up.

What can you serve with Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake pairs well with plain yogurt, fresh fruit, or a cup of coffee. Choose a simple accompaniment so it complements the cake’s cocoa and sesame flavors rather than overpowering them.

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

1.26µg · 4% DV

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

B6

0.07mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.11mg · 12% DV

Manganese

0.25mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

66mg · 9% DV

Magnesium

29mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

156mg · 5% DV

Sodium

72mg · 3% DV

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

12.6
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake

To burn the 186 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):

🚶

46min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

19min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

25min

Cycling

🏊

22min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake combines ripe banana, cocoa and tahini in a moist cake. It is better understood as a modern home-baking combination than as a traditional cake tied to one region. The banana keeps the crumb soft, while tahini brings a toasted sesame flavour that balances the cocoa.

Serve a slice as a snack or dessert, often with tea or coffee; plain yoghurt and fresh fruit make easy accompaniments. It provides some fibre and fats from the tahini, but remains a sweet, energy-dense bake: it has 310 calories per 100 g. If you prefer a less rich serving, keep the slice modest and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.

How Nutritious Is Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 100

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

35/ 100

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 Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake 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 Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Banana Cocoa Tahini Cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.26g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.42g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.52g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 25.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (25.2:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.