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Tahini-based sweet with date molasses
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Date molasses halva (35 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.7 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
180
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
15.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
10.9g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 10% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.9 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.65 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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 piece (medium) | 35 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 361 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| 0.25 pack (quarter) | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| ½ pack (half) | 200 g | 1030 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
Date molasses halva is a tahini-based sweet made with date molasses and shaped into a firm, sliceable confection. Recipes and packaged products can include additional ingredients, so the name alone does not guarantee that it contains only tahini and date molasses.
Date molasses halva uses date molasses for sweetness, while regular tahini halva is commonly made with a sugar syrup. The date version can taste fruitier and more caramel-like, but its exact sweetness and texture depend on the recipe.
Some date molasses halva does contain added sugar. Date molasses already contains naturally occurring sugars, and manufacturers or recipes may add sugar or syrup as well; check the ingredient list to see what is in a particular product.
Not automatically. Date molasses changes the sweetener and flavour, but it does not make halva sugar-free or turn it into an everyday staple. Compare the ingredient lists and keep the serving modest when choosing between the two.
Yes, you can make a simple version by mixing tahini with date molasses and working it into a firm mixture. Homemade halva may need other ingredients to hold its shape, so its texture can differ from the dense, crumbly packaged kind.
Keep date molasses halva tightly covered in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Sealing it well after each serving helps prevent it from drying out and absorbing odours; follow the package directions for that particular product.
Yes, date molasses halva can be frozen in a tightly sealed, freezer-safe container. Thaw it while still wrapped to limit condensation; its texture may become more crumbly after freezing, so freezing is most useful when you need to keep it longer.
A little oil on date molasses halva can be normal because sesame oil in tahini may separate over time. A rancid smell, visible mould, or an unusual flavour is different; discard the halva if you notice any of those signs.
Date molasses halva pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, fresh fruit, and plain bread or crackers. These simple accompaniments balance its rich sweetness; serving it in small pieces also makes it easier to enjoy as a dessert rather than a full snack.
People with diabetes should treat date molasses halva as a sweet, since date molasses contains sugars that can affect blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on an individual’s meal plan and medication, so ask a doctor or dietitian for personal guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Manganese
0.49mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
124mg · 18% DV
Calcium
147mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Date molasses halva is a sesame-based sweet made by combining tahini with date molasses. It belongs to the wider tradition of halva found across the Middle East and Mediterranean, with recipes and texture varying between makers. The date syrup gives this version a deeper, fruitier sweetness than plain tahini halva.
It is rich and slightly crumbly, with a roasted sesame flavour that lingers. Serve a small slice with tea or coffee, as a dessert, or alongside fresh fruit; in Turkey and other places where halva is familiar, it is also enjoyed as a simple sweet snack. It is energy-dense, with plant protein and some fibre. Unsweetened tea or tart fruit makes a pleasant contrast, and a modest piece is often satisfying.
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.
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.
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
✓ 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
SATURATED
1.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 120.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (120.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.