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Buttered Tahini Molasses Calories
Energy-dense source of calcium and healthy fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Buttered Tahini Molasses (30 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 497 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Buttered Tahini Molasses Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
149
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 8% · Fat 58%
Buttered Tahini Molasses nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.19 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Tablespoon of Buttered Tahini Molasses?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 40 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 149 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 249 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 373 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 497 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 497 kcal |
Calculated from 497 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buttered Tahini Molasses
What is buttered tahini molasses?
Buttered tahini molasses is a sweet, rich mixture of tahini, molasses and butter. It is commonly eaten at breakfast in Turkey, often spread on bread, and the choice of molasses gives it a noticeably different flavor.
How do you make buttered tahini molasses?
Make buttered tahini molasses by combining tahini and molasses, then stirring in melted butter. Melt the butter gently without browning it, and add it gradually so the mixture blends smoothly rather than separating.
What is the best ratio for buttered tahini molasses?
There is no fixed ratio for buttered tahini molasses. Start with equal amounts of tahini and molasses and use less butter; add more molasses for sweetness or more tahini for a nuttier, less sweet taste.
How do you eat buttered tahini molasses?
Buttered tahini molasses is usually eaten spread on bread or spooned over a slice. It works as part of a Turkish-style breakfast, but its rich sweetness also makes a small serving suitable as a simple snack.
Should you heat buttered tahini molasses before serving?
No, buttered tahini molasses does not need to be heated before serving. If the butter has made it firm in the refrigerator, let it sit briefly at room temperature and stir; avoid microwaving it for too long, which can separate the mixture.
Which molasses works best in buttered tahini molasses?
Grape molasses is a common choice for buttered tahini molasses, while mulberry or carob molasses also work. Grape gives a familiar, balanced flavor; carob has a more distinctive taste and can make the mixture seem sweeter.
Can you make buttered tahini molasses without butter?
Yes, you can leave out the butter and mix tahini with molasses, but the result will not have the same buttery flavor or texture. Add butter separately at the table if people want to choose their own amount.
How should you store buttered tahini molasses?
Store buttered tahini molasses in a covered container in the refrigerator and use a clean spoon each time. The butter may make it firm when cold; let it soften briefly at room temperature and stir before serving.
Is buttered tahini molasses healthy?
Buttered tahini molasses provides energy from tahini’s fats and molasses’ sugars, so it is a rich sweet spread rather than an everyday staple. A modest serving can fit into breakfast or a snack, while frequent large servings add substantial sugar and fat.
Can people with diabetes eat buttered tahini molasses?
People with diabetes should account for the molasses’ carbohydrate and sugar when deciding whether to eat buttered tahini molasses. The suitable portion depends on individual glucose targets and treatment, so ask your doctor or dietitian for personal guidance.
Buttered Tahini Molasses Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.81mg · 5% DV
Folate
16.2µg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.35mg · 39% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Magnesium
52mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
Buttered Tahini Molasses Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Buttered Tahini Molasses
To burn the 149 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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What is Buttered Tahini Molasses?
Buttered tahini molasses is a Turkish home-style sweet made by mixing tahini, a paste of ground sesame seeds, with pekmez—usually grape molasses—and adding butter. It has a thick, glossy texture and a rich balance of toasted sesame, fruity sweetness and buttery flavour; the proportions vary from kitchen to kitchen. In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast, either spread on bread or offered in a small bowl for dipping, often alongside tea. It is energy-dense, with much of its fat coming from the tahini and butter, as well as some protein and fibre. For a lighter serving, use less butter and enjoy a modest amount with plain bread.
How Nutritious Is Buttered Tahini Molasses?
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 Buttered Tahini Molasses 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 Buttered Tahini Molasses Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Buttered Tahini Molasses Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Buttered Tahini Molasses Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 93:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (93:1).
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