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A rustic, golden-brown loaf with a lightly cracked crust, cut to reveal tender beige crumb streaked with darker tahini and dotted with sesame seeds.

Homemade Tahini Bread Calories

Homemade bread enriched with tahini, providing fiber and healthy fats.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

290kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.2g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Homemade Tahini Bread (40 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.4 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Homemade Tahini Bread Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g

116

KCAL / 40G

Carbs

16.4g

· 6% DV

Protein

3.3g

· 7% DV

Fat

3.8g

· 5% DV

Fiber

1.3g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 12% · Fat 30%

Homemade Tahini Bread nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (40 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories116 kcal
Total fat3.8 g5%
Saturated fat0.52 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium148 mg6%
Total carbohydrate16.4 g6%
Fiber1.3 g5%
Protein3.3 g7%

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 Homemade Tahini Bread?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)40 g116 kcal
1 slice (thin)25 g73 kcal
1 slice (thick)60 g174 kcal
2 slice (medium)80 g232 kcal
100 g100 g290 kcal
1 piece (small)100 g290 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g348 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g522 kcal
1 piece (large)200 g580 kcal

Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Tahini Bread

How do you make homemade tahini bread?

Homemade tahini bread is made by mixing tahini into bread dough and baking it until risen and golden. Combine flour, yeast, water, and salt, knead, then work in the tahini. Let the dough rise before shaping and baking for an even crumb.

What does homemade tahini bread taste like?

Homemade tahini bread has a nutty, toasted sesame flavor and a tender texture. Its taste is richer than plain bread, though the intensity varies with the tahini and how much is mixed into the dough.

How is homemade tahini bread different from regular bread?

Homemade tahini bread contains tahini in the dough, giving it a more pronounced sesame taste and a softer, richer crumb than plain bread. It can be served like an everyday loaf, but its flavor also pairs well with sweet toppings.

What do you eat with homemade tahini bread?

Homemade tahini bread works with both sweet and savory toppings. Try it with honey, jam, or fruit for a sweet snack, or serve it with eggs, cheese, soup, or a salad when you want a more savory pairing.

Why didn’t my homemade tahini bread rise?

Homemade tahini bread may fail to rise if the yeast is inactive, the dough is too cold, or it has not had enough time to proof. Tahini makes the dough richer, so give it a warm, draft-free place and wait until it visibly expands.

Can you freeze homemade tahini bread?

Yes, homemade tahini bread freezes well. Let it cool completely, slice it, and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag. Take out only what you need and thaw at room temperature or toast the slices straight from frozen.

How should you store homemade tahini bread?

Store homemade tahini bread in a sealed bread bag or airtight container once it has cooled completely. Keep it at room temperature and eat it within a few days for the best texture; sealing it while warm traps moisture.

Can homemade tahini bread be made without yeast?

Yes, homemade tahini bread can be made without yeast, but it will have a denser texture and will not rise like a yeasted loaf. Use a quick-bread recipe with baking powder or baking soda rather than simply leaving yeast out of a standard dough.

Can you toast homemade tahini bread?

Yes, homemade tahini bread can be toasted, and toasting brings out its sesame aroma. Use a moderate setting so the tahini-rich slices brown without burning, then add a topping or serve them alongside a meal.

Is homemade tahini bread suitable for children?

Yes, children can eat homemade tahini bread unless they have a sesame allergy or another reason to avoid an ingredient in the recipe. Because tahini is made from sesame, take particular care when offering it to a child who has not tried sesame before.

Homemade Tahini Bread Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

B3

0.84mg · 5% DV

Folate

14µg · 4% DV

Biotin

1µg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.08mg · 9% DV

Manganese

0.17mg · 7% DV

Selenium

3.6µg · 7% DV

Sodium

148mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

48mg · 1% DV

Homemade Tahini Bread Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.8
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Homemade Tahini Bread

To burn the 116 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 g):

🚶

29min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Homemade Tahini Bread?

Homemade Tahini Bread is bread made with tahini worked into the dough or spread between its layers before baking. It reflects the broader Turkish tradition of baking with tahini, though home recipes vary in how much tahini they use and whether the finished loaf is plain or layered.

Its sesame-like flavour is nutty and gently rich, while the crumb may be soft or flaky depending on the method. In Turkey it can be served at breakfast or with tea, and it also makes an easy snack; elsewhere, try it toasted or alongside soup, cheese or fresh vegetables. Tahini adds fibre and unsaturated fat, but the bread is still mainly a source of carbohydrates. Pair a slice with vegetables or a protein-rich topping for a more balanced bite.

How Nutritious Is Homemade Tahini Bread?

Nutrient density

Medium

45/ 100

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

39/ 100

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 Homemade Tahini Bread Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Homemade Tahini Bread Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Homemade Tahini Bread 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

Homemade Tahini Bread Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.52g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.28g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.12g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 54:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (54:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.