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Chickpea Tahini Cookie Calories
Fiber-containing cookie made with chickpeas and tahini
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chickpea Tahini Cookie (30 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 450 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chickpea Tahini Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
135
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 9% · Fat 44%
Chickpea Tahini Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.02 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.2 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 Medium Chickpea Tahini Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 22 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 270 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 405 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 450 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chickpea Tahini Cookie
What is a chickpea tahini cookie made of?
A chickpea tahini cookie is typically made with chickpeas or chickpea flour, tahini, and a sweetener. Recipes may also include a binder, baking powder, vanilla, or chocolate chips, so the texture and sweetness vary.
Does a chickpea tahini cookie taste like chickpeas?
A chickpea tahini cookie usually has a mild chickpea flavor rather than tasting strongly of beans. Tahini adds a nutty, toasted note, and blending the chickpeas thoroughly helps avoid a grainy texture.
How do you make a chickpea tahini cookie at home?
To make a chickpea tahini cookie, mix mashed chickpeas with tahini and a sweetener, then add enough flour or chickpea flour to form a scoopable dough. Shape the cookies, bake until set at the edges, and let them cool before handling.
Why does my chickpea tahini cookie dough fall apart?
Chickpea tahini cookie dough may fall apart if it is too dry or lacks enough binder. Mix in a little more tahini or mashed chickpea, then let the dough rest briefly before shaping so it holds together more easily.
Can you make a chickpea tahini cookie with canned chickpeas?
Yes, canned chickpeas work in a chickpea tahini cookie. Drain and rinse them well, then mash or blend them smoothly; excess moisture can make the dough loose, so add flour gradually until it is easy to shape.
What can you use instead of tahini in a chickpea tahini cookie?
Smooth peanut butter or almond butter can replace tahini in a chickpea tahini cookie, but each changes the flavor and texture. Since tahini supplies both fat and its distinctive toasted taste, check the dough consistency as you mix in the substitute.
How should you store chickpea tahini cookies?
Store chickpea tahini cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them in a cool, dry place and eat them within a few days for the best texture; exposure to moisture can make them soft.
Can you freeze chickpea tahini cookies?
Yes, chickpea tahini cookies can be frozen. Freeze them fully cooled in a sealed container, separating layers with baking paper to prevent sticking, then thaw at room temperature before serving.
What can you serve with a chickpea tahini cookie?
A chickpea tahini cookie pairs well with coffee, black tea, or fresh fruit. The drink complements the cookie’s nutty tahini flavor, while fruit adds a fresh contrast; let the cookies cool fully before serving for a firmer bite.
Are chickpea tahini cookies suitable for people with diabetes?
Chickpea tahini cookies can still raise blood sugar because they contain carbohydrates and may include added sweeteners. Chickpeas provide fiber, but that does not make the cookie sugar-free; people with diabetes can discuss portions with their clinician or dietitian.
Chickpea Tahini Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Folate
13.5µg · 3% DV
B3
0.41mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
76mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
31mg · 7% DV
Sodium
77mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Chickpea Tahini Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chickpea Tahini Cookie
To burn the 135 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 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 Chickpea Tahini Cookie?
A chickpea tahini cookie brings chickpeas—often in flour form—together with tahini in a baked sweet. It uses ingredients familiar in Turkish and neighbouring cuisines, though recipes vary and it is not tied to one single regional tradition. The sesame-rich tahini gives the cookie a nutty, slightly savoury edge, while chickpea lends an earthy note; depending on the recipe, the crumb may be tender or crisp.
Serve it with tea or coffee as an afternoon treat, or enjoy one as a small dessert. It offers some fibre and plant protein, but tahini makes it fairly energy-dense. For a lighter snack, keep the portion modest and pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Chickpea 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 Chickpea 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 Chickpea Tahini Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chickpea Tahini Cookie Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Chickpea Tahini Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 82:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (82:1).
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