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Date tahini cake Calories
Energy-dense cake with natural sweetness from dates and richness from tahini
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Date tahini cake (70 g) has 274 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.7 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 13.4 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date tahini cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
274
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
34.7g
· 13% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
13.4g
· 17% 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 8% · Fat 43%
Date tahini cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.4 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 2.17 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
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 Slice of Date tahini cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 70 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 372 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date tahini cake
How do you make date tahini cake?
Date tahini cake is made by mixing softened, chopped or mashed dates and tahini into cake batter, then baking until set. Soaking firm dates briefly in warm water makes them easier to blend and helps distribute their sweetness through the cake.
Can dates replace sugar in date tahini cake?
Sometimes, but dates do not automatically replace all the sugar in a date tahini cake recipe. They add sweetness and moisture, so use a recipe designed for dates rather than simply swapping them gram for gram in a standard cake.
What kind of dates are best for date tahini cake?
Soft, moist dates are easiest to mash into date tahini cake batter and help keep the crumb tender. If your dates are firm or dry, soak them briefly in warm water, then drain them well before using.
Why is my date tahini cake dense?
Date tahini cake can turn dense if the batter has too much flour, the dates are not softened, or the cake is overmixed. Fold in the dry ingredients only until combined, and check doneness without leaving it in the oven longer than needed.
How should you store date tahini cake?
Store date tahini cake in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. It can stay at room temperature for a short time, but refrigerate it for longer storage; let a slice warm up before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze date tahini cake?
Yes, date tahini cake freezes well. Cool it completely, wrap individual slices tightly, and place them in a sealed freezer-safe container; thaw a slice at room temperature while still wrapped to limit drying.
Can you make date tahini cake without added sugar?
Yes, if the recipe relies on sweet, ripe dates and is formulated without extra sugar. The result will taste less sweet than a conventional cake, and the dates need to be mashed or blended well for sweetness in each bite.
What can you use instead of tahini in date tahini cake?
Almond butter or another smooth nut butter can replace tahini in date tahini cake, though it changes the flavor. Tahini gives the cake its distinctive toasted sesame taste, so a substitute will not reproduce that character exactly.
What should you serve with date tahini cake?
Date tahini cake pairs well with plain yogurt, unsweetened tea, or black coffee. Their tang or bitterness balances the dates’ sweetness, so a sweet frosting is usually unnecessary.
Is date tahini cake a healthy dessert?
Date tahini cake can provide sweetness from dates and richness from sesame paste, but it is still an energy-dense cake. Dates do not make it sugar-free if the recipe also includes added sugar, so treat it as a dessert rather than a fruit serving.
Date tahini cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.8µg · 9% DV
B3
1.33mg · 8% DV
Folate
26.6µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
200mg · 6% DV
Date tahini cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date tahini cake
To burn the 274 calories in 1 slice (medium) (70 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 tahini cake?
Date tahini cake is a home-baked cake made with dates and tahini, often mixed into a flour-and-egg batter. Recipes vary: dates may be chopped or mashed, while tahini can be stirred through the batter or swirled on top. It is a contemporary pairing rather than a cake tied to one particular regional tradition.
The dates bring a mellow sweetness and soft, chewy pockets; tahini adds a toasted sesame flavour and a rich, tender crumb. It is served with tea or coffee as a snack or dessert, and a modest slice makes a satisfying treat. The cake is energy-dense, with some fibre and protein; 100 g provides 392 calories. Since the dates already contribute sweetness, it pairs especially well with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Date tahini cake?
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 tahini cake 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 tahini cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date tahini cake 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 tahini cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 142.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (142.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.