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Cocoa cake made with tahini and molasses; energy-dense, with sesame-derived fats and minerals.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Cocoa cake with tahini and molasses (80 g) has 322 calories. That works out to 402 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.8 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 16.1 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
322
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
39.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
16.1g
· 21% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 322 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.1 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.36 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 362 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 563 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 724 kcal |
Calculated from 402 calories per 100 g.
Cocoa cake with tahini and molasses is made by mixing tahini, molasses, and cocoa into cake batter. Combine the dry ingredients separately, fold them into the wet mixture without overmixing, then bake in a prepared pan using the recipe’s temperature and timing.
Tahini adds a nutty sesame flavor and richness to cocoa cake with tahini and molasses. It also contributes moisture, so mix it thoroughly into the wet ingredients to avoid dense pockets or streaks in the baked cake.
Not always in a one-to-one swap. Molasses adds liquid as well as sweetness, which can change the batter’s texture and baking time; a recipe developed for molasses is more dependable than replacing all the sugar in a standard cake.
Cocoa cake with tahini and molasses may sink if it is underbaked, the oven door is opened too early, or the batter is overmixed. Check the center with a toothpick before removing it, and let the cake cool gradually rather than moving it while hot.
Let cocoa cake with tahini and molasses cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container. Store it in a cool place for short-term freshness; refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm or you need to keep it longer.
Yes, cocoa cake with tahini and molasses freezes well. Cool it fully, wrap individual slices tightly, and place them in a freezer-safe container; thaw only the portions you need at room temperature before serving.
It can fit as an occasional dessert, but it is energy-dense and its molasses contributes sugars. Tahini supplies sesame fats, while the cake’s overall value also depends on the other ingredients and portion you eat.
Cocoa cake with tahini and molasses pairs well with unsweetened coffee or tea, which balances its rich sweetness. Fresh berries or sliced citrus also make a bright accompaniment without adding another heavy topping.
It can have a slight bitterness from unsweetened cocoa, but the molasses and tahini balance it with sweetness and nuttiness. A very dark cocoa or an unusually large amount can make the flavor more intense.
It can if too much tahini is added or the batter is not mixed evenly. Measure the tahini rather than pouring freely, and follow the recipe’s balance of wet and dry ingredients so the finished crumb stays tender rather than oily.
Vitamins
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.92mg · 12% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Selenium
8.8µg · 16% DV
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
198mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cocoa cake with tahini and molasses is a home-style cake made by stirring tahini and molasses into cocoa-flavoured batter. Tahini brings a toasted sesame richness, while molasses adds sweetness and cocoa rounds out the flavour. Recipes vary, so the cake may be tender and moist or a little denser, depending on the proportions and mixing.
In Turkey, it is commonly served in slices with tea or coffee as an afternoon treat, and it also fits an informal breakfast table. Elsewhere, it works much like other cocoa cakes: as a simple snack or dessert. Tahini makes it energy-dense and contributes sesame-derived fats, along with some protein and fibre. For a lighter serving, cut a smaller slice and pair it with unsweetened tea or plain yoghurt.
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.
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
3.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 116:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (116:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.