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Energy-dense aromatic cake made with tahini and molasses
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Cake with tahini and molasses (80 g) has 330 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.8 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 16.3 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
This cake with tahini and molasses is a Turkish-style homemade bake, with tahini and pekmez (often grape molasses) mixed into the batter and sometimes drizzled over the top. Tahini brings a toasted sesame flavour, while the molasses gives the cake its deep sweetness.
Its close, tender crumb makes it easy to slice and serve with tea or coffee. In Turkey, it is a familiar choice for tea time; elsewhere, it also works as a simple dessert or an accompaniment to an afternoon drink. It is energy-dense, providing 412 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter treat, serve a modest slice alongside unsweetened tea or coffee.
Selected: 100 g
412
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
49.8g
· 18% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
20.4g
· 26% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 7% · Fat 45%
Vitamins
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B3
1.8mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
146mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Calcium
118mg · 12% DV
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.
Low
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 412 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
4.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 122:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (122:1).
To make cake with tahini and molasses, beat the eggs and sugar, mix in the wet ingredients, then fold in the flour and leavening. Stir tahini and molasses into the batter, or reserve some to drizzle over the top before baking.
Yes, you can use blackstrap molasses in cake with tahini and molasses, but its flavor is much stronger and more bitter than regular molasses. Use it only if you enjoy that robust taste; a milder molasses gives a more balanced, rounded cake.
Cake with tahini and molasses tastes nutty and toasted from the tahini, with a deep caramel-like sweetness from the molasses. The crumb is usually soft and close-textured, and a drizzle on top makes the sesame and molasses flavors more pronounced.
Cake with tahini and molasses can sink if the center is underbaked, the raising agent is no longer effective, or the batter was overmixed. Avoid opening the oven early, and test the center with a skewer before taking the cake out.
Yes, honey or maple syrup can replace molasses in cake with tahini and molasses, but the cake will have a different flavor. Molasses also contributes moisture, so keep an eye on the batter texture and avoid adding extra liquid without adjusting the recipe.
For cake with tahini and molasses, you can mix both into the batter, drizzle them over the top, or do a combination. Swirling a little across the surface creates ribbons, while mixing them in gives the crumb a more even flavor.
No, cake with tahini and molasses does not always need milk or yogurt; some recipes rely on eggs, oil, and tahini for moisture. If adapting a recipe that includes dairy, replace that liquid rather than simply removing it, or the batter may bake up dry.
Store cake with tahini and molasses once it has cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It is best enjoyed within a few days; refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm or you need to keep it longer.
Yes, cake with tahini and molasses freezes well. Let it cool, cut it into portions, and wrap each slice tightly before placing it in a freezer-safe container. Thaw a slice at room temperature, keeping any glossy tahini-and-molasses topping protected from sticking to the wrap.
Yes, cake with tahini and molasses can raise blood sugar because molasses and the flour in the cake contain carbohydrates. A modest slice is easier to fit into a meal than a large serving; people managing diabetes should follow their individual care plan.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.