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Date-sweetened halva Calories
Sesame-based halva sweetened with dates instead of refined sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Date-sweetened halva (30 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 455 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.7 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Date-sweetened halva Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
137
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.7g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 10% · Fat 52%
Date-sweetened halva nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.17 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
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 Small Date-sweetened halva?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 341 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 455 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 100 g | 455 kcal |
Calculated from 455 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date-sweetened halva
What is date-sweetened halva made of?
Date-sweetened halva is made mainly from sesame paste, usually tahini, and dates or date paste. Some recipes add nuts or other ingredients, so the exact texture and ingredient list can vary between homemade and packaged versions.
Is date-sweetened halva healthier than regular halva?
Date-sweetened halva may use dates instead of refined sugar, and dates contribute some fibre. It is still a rich, sweet sesame confection, so replacing the sweetener does not make it a food to eat without regard to portion.
Does date-sweetened halva contain added sugar?
Not necessarily, but the name alone does not guarantee that it is free of added sugar. Some recipes rely on dates, while others also use sugar or syrup; dates themselves contain naturally occurring sugars.
How does date-sweetened halva taste compared with sesame halva?
Date-sweetened halva has the toasted, nutty flavour of sesame with a fruity, caramel-like sweetness from dates. Depending on how it is made, it may be softer and less crumbly than conventional sesame halva.
How do you make date-sweetened halva at home?
Blend tahini with soft, pitted dates until the mixture thickens, then press it firmly into a small lined container. Chill it until firm before slicing; add chopped nuts if you want extra crunch.
How should you store date-sweetened halva?
Keep date-sweetened halva in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate homemade or particularly moist batches. Let chilled halva sit briefly before serving if you prefer a softer texture, and discard it if it develops an off smell or appearance.
Can you use date-sweetened halva in baking?
Yes, date-sweetened halva can be crumbled into cookies, brownies, or quick breads, or used as a filling. It is already sweet and oily from the dates and tahini, so reduce other sweeteners or fats in a recipe where appropriate.
Can people with diabetes eat date-sweetened halva?
Date-sweetened halva can still raise blood glucose because dates contain sugars and tahini halva is a concentrated sweet. Whether it fits depends on the person’s plan and serving, so ask your clinician or dietitian for individual guidance.
Is date-sweetened halva the same as date paste?
No. Date-sweetened halva combines dates with sesame paste, giving it a rich, nutty character and a firmer confection-like texture. Date paste is simply blended dates and is usually used as an ingredient or sweetener.
What can you serve with date-sweetened halva?
Serve date-sweetened halva in small pieces with unsweetened tea or coffee, fresh fruit, or plain yogurt. These pairings balance its sweetness without adding another sweet topping.
Date-sweetened halva Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Folate
18.3µg · 5% DV
B3
0.63mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.43mg · 48% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Calcium
131mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
164mg · 5% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
Date-sweetened halva Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date-sweetened halva
To burn the 137 calories in 1 piece (small) (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 Date-sweetened halva?
Date-sweetened halva is a sesame-based version of halva, made with tahini—the paste of ground sesame seeds—and dates or date paste for sweetness. It keeps halva’s dense, slightly crumbly texture, with a rich sesame flavour balanced by the mellow sweetness of dates.
Across the Middle East and Mediterranean, halva is often cut into small pieces and served with tea or coffee, after a meal, or as a simple sweet to share. It is energy-dense, with protein and fat from sesame and some fibre from the dates. A modest piece works well alongside fresh fruit, or crumbled over plain yoghurt.
How Nutritious Is Date-sweetened 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
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-sweetened 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 Date-sweetened halva Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Date-sweetened 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
Date-sweetened halva Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 81:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (81:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.