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Date Sesame Cookie Calories
Naturally sweetened with dates, fiber-rich and energizing cookie with sesame.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date Sesame Cookie (30 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date Sesame Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
126
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
Date Sesame Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.66 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 Date Sesame Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 378 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 378 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 630 kcal |
Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date Sesame Cookie
How do you make a Date Sesame Cookie?
A Date Sesame Cookie is made by mixing mashed dates with flour, sesame and fat, shaping the dough, then baking it. Recipes vary, but mixing the dates into a paste first helps distribute their sweetness and keeps the dough together.
Does a Date Sesame Cookie contain added sugar?
Not necessarily; dates provide sweetness in a Date Sesame Cookie, so some recipes need no added sugar. Others include sugar or syrup for a sweeter result. Check the recipe ingredients rather than assuming that a date-based cookie is sugar-free.
What ingredients are in a Date Sesame Cookie?
A Date Sesame Cookie typically contains dates, flour, sesame seeds and a fat such as butter or oil. Depending on the recipe, it may also include egg, baking powder, tahini or spices, so texture and sweetness can vary.
Why is my Date Sesame Cookie dry or hard?
A Date Sesame Cookie can turn dry or hard if it is overbaked or the dough has too little moisture. Take the cookies out when the centers still feel slightly soft; they firm as they cool. Adding date paste can also help moisten dry dough.
Can I use date paste in a Date Sesame Cookie?
Yes, date paste works well in a Date Sesame Cookie and blends more evenly than chopped dates. It also adds moisture, so the dough may need a little more flour if it becomes sticky; adjust gradually to avoid making the cookies tough.
Can I add tahini to a Date Sesame Cookie?
Yes, tahini adds a deeper sesame flavor and a rich texture to a Date Sesame Cookie. Because tahini contributes fat and moisture, reduce another fat in the recipe or adjust the flour if the dough becomes loose.
How should I store a Date Sesame Cookie?
Store a Date Sesame Cookie in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. Keep it in a cool, dry place to preserve its texture; refrigeration can help in a warm kitchen, though it may make the cookie firmer.
Can you freeze Date Sesame Cookies?
Yes, Date Sesame Cookies freeze well after baking. Cool them completely, separate layers with parchment paper, and place them in a sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw at room temperature before serving so their texture softens evenly.
What goes well with a Date Sesame Cookie?
A Date Sesame Cookie pairs well with black tea, coffee or unsweetened herbal tea. The drink balances the date sweetness while complementing the toasted sesame; it can also be served with plain yogurt as part of a simple snack.
Are Date Sesame Cookies a healthy snack?
Date Sesame Cookies provide fiber from dates and sesame, but they are still sweet, energy-dense cookies. They can fit as an occasional snack, but people with diabetes should consider how the dates and any added sweetener affect their blood sugar.
Date Sesame Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
20mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Sodium
26mg · 1% DV
Date Sesame Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date Sesame Cookie
To burn the 126 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Date Sesame Cookie?
A date sesame cookie is a sweet baked treat made with dates in the dough and sesame for flavour and texture. Dates lend a mellow, fruity sweetness, while sesame brings a toasted, nutty note. Depending on the recipe, the cookie may be crisp at the edges or soft and chewy in the middle. It is a Turkish-style home-baked sweet rather than a single fixed recipe.
In Turkey, it is often served with tea; elsewhere, it also pairs easily with coffee or a lunchbox snack. Dates and sesame make it an energy-dense cookie with some fibre: a 100 g portion provides 420 kcal. Enjoy one alongside unsweetened tea or coffee, or pair a smaller portion with fruit for a less rich snack.
How Nutritious Is Date Sesame Cookie?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Date Sesame 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 Date Sesame Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date Sesame Cookie Good For?
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
Date Sesame Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 78:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (78:1).
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