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Sesame-based, date-juice-sweetened energy-dense sweet
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Halva sweetened with date juice (30 g) has 152 calories. That works out to 505 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.9 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
152
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
11.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 10% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 152 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 (small) | 30 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 30 g | 152 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (shredded) | 35 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 303 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 70 g | 354 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 455 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 505 kcal |
Calculated from 505 calories per 100 g.
Halva sweetened with date juice is primarily made from tahini, a paste of ground sesame seeds, and date juice. Some recipes also use ingredients such as soapwort extract to give halva its characteristic texture.
No. Date juice contains naturally occurring sugars, so using it as a sweetener does not make halva sugar-free. The product may also contain added sugar, so its ingredient list is the way to tell.
The main difference is the sweetener: regular tahini halva is commonly made with sugar syrup, while this version uses date juice. That can change its flavor and aroma, but the sesame-based character is similar.
Keep halva sweetened with date juice tightly wrapped in a cool, dry place. Heat and moisture can affect its texture; after opening, follow the storage directions on the package and keep it away from strong odors.
A homemade version starts with tahini and a syrup made with date juice. The syrup is combined with the tahini and stirred until the mixture thickens into halva; follow a tested recipe for its heating and mixing steps.
It can raise blood sugar because date juice still contains sugar, even though it comes from fruit. Anyone managing diabetes should ask their doctor or dietitian how a portion fits their individual meal plan.
Halva sweetened with date juice has the roasted sesame flavor of tahini, with a possible fruity or caramel-like note from the date sweetener. The balance varies by recipe, so it is not necessarily as sweet as conventional halva.
Yes, you can crumble halva sweetened with date juice into cookies, brownies, or cakes, or use it as a filling. Its sesame flavor and dense texture are pronounced, so start with a modest amount and adjust the recipe's sweetness.
Usually, halva sweetened with date juice can be stored in a cool, dry cupboard rather than the refrigerator. Refrigeration may make it firmer; use it if the package specifically directs you to refrigerate the product.
Yes, halva sweetened with date juice can be served as dessert, but its rich tahini base makes even a small piece feel substantial. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than another very sweet accompaniment.
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B3
1.38mg · 9% DV
Folate
29.4µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
56mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
93mg · 3% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Halva sweetened with date juice is a sesame-based sweet made from tahini, or ground sesame paste, with date juice providing the sweetness. It belongs to the wider family of sesame halvas found across Turkey and the Middle East, where recipes and textures vary. This version is typically dense, rich and gently crumbly, with the toasted, earthy taste of sesame alongside the fruitier sweetness of dates.
It is usually cut into small pieces and served with tea or after a meal. Sesame gives it some protein and fibre, but it is still an energy-dense sweet, so date juice does not make it a light option. A modest piece works well with unsweetened tea, or alongside fresh fruit for a less rich snack.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.59g
Omega 6:3 ratio 111:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (111:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.