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Dark chocolate tahini halva Calories
Source of sesame-derived calcium and unsaturated fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Dark chocolate tahini halva (30 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 450 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Dark chocolate tahini halva Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
135
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
Dark chocolate tahini halva nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 1.83 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 Dark chocolate tahini halva?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 225 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 450 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dark chocolate tahini halva
What is dark chocolate tahini halva made of?
Dark chocolate tahini halva is made mainly from tahini, sugar and dark chocolate. Traditional halva may also use soapwort-root extract to create its characteristic texture, while some versions mix chocolate through the halva and others add it as a coating.
How does dark chocolate tahini halva taste?
Dark chocolate tahini halva tastes nutty and rich from the sesame tahini, with a deep cocoa flavor and a slight bitterness from the chocolate. Its sweetness and chocolate intensity vary depending on the recipe or product.
How is dark chocolate tahini halva different from plain tahini halva?
Dark chocolate tahini halva adds cocoa flavor and chocolate richness to the sweet, sesame-forward taste of plain tahini halva. The chocolate may be mixed into the halva or form a coating; “dark” does not mean the sweet contains no sugar.
Does dark chocolate tahini halva need to be refrigerated?
Usually, dark chocolate tahini halva does not need refrigeration. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place; chilling can make the halva firmer and more crumbly, while warm conditions can soften or melt its chocolate.
Why is dark chocolate tahini halva so crumbly?
Dark chocolate tahini halva is naturally crumbly because of the structure of tahini halva, rather than because it has gone bad. Cold temperatures can make it break apart more easily, so let it sit briefly at room temperature before slicing.
How do you serve dark chocolate tahini halva?
Serve dark chocolate tahini halva in small slices with tea or coffee, or alongside fresh fruit to balance its rich flavor. It also works as a dessert after a meal; let chilled pieces soften slightly before serving.
Can you bake with dark chocolate tahini halva?
Yes, you can crumble dark chocolate tahini halva into cookie or brownie batter, or use it as a topping for cakes and ice cream. It adds sesame and chocolate flavor, so reduce other sweet additions if the recipe is already sugary.
Is dark chocolate tahini halva a traditional dessert?
Tahini halva has a long tradition across the Middle East and Mediterranean, while dark chocolate is a flavor variation on the classic sesame sweet. Recipes differ: some blend chocolate into the halva, while others coat or top it.
Does dark chocolate tahini halva contain caffeine?
Yes, dark chocolate tahini halva can contain a small amount of caffeine from its chocolate. The amount varies with the type and proportion of chocolate, so it is not equivalent to a caffeine-free sweet.
Is dark chocolate tahini halva suitable for people with diabetes?
Dark chocolate tahini halva can raise blood sugar because it is a sweet, sugar-containing dessert; dark chocolate does not remove that effect. If you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual meal plan.
Dark chocolate tahini halva Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
1.02mg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Folate
17.4µg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.41mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
162mg · 23% DV
Magnesium
74mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
Sodium
35mg · 2% DV
Dark chocolate tahini halva Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dark chocolate tahini halva
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 Dark chocolate tahini halva?
Dark chocolate tahini halva combines the sesame-paste base of tahini halva with dark chocolate. Tahini halva is especially familiar in Turkey and across the eastern Mediterranean, where it is traditionally made by working tahini with a sweet syrup; the chocolate variation brings a cocoa note to its rich sesame flavour.
It has a dense, tender texture that can crumble as you cut it. In Turkey it is often enjoyed with tea, at breakfast or as a small dessert; elsewhere, it also works alongside coffee or as part of a sweet platter. Sesame contributes calcium and unsaturated fats, but halva is still a rich, sugary sweet. Serve a modest piece with unsweetened tea or coffee for contrast.
How Nutritious Is Dark chocolate tahini halva?
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
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.
Is Dark chocolate tahini halva 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 Dark chocolate tahini halva Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dark chocolate tahini halva 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
Dark chocolate tahini halva Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 111:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (111:1).
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