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Homemade tahini cookie Calories
Homemade tahini cookie
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Homemade tahini cookie (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade tahini cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
144
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 6% · Fat 51%
Homemade tahini cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.1 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 Homemade tahini cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 70 g | 336 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade tahini cookie
How do you make a homemade tahini cookie?
A homemade tahini cookie is made by mixing tahini with flour, sugar, and usually a fat, then shaping and baking the dough. Stir the tahini thoroughly before measuring so its oil and sesame solids are evenly combined, and avoid overworking the dough.
Why do homemade tahini cookies spread too much?
Homemade tahini cookies often spread when the dough is too warm or has too much liquid fat. Chill the shaped dough before baking and make sure the tahini is well mixed; adding flour in small increments can help if the dough still feels loose.
What kind of tahini is best for homemade tahini cookies?
Plain, smooth sesame tahini works best for homemade tahini cookies. Stir it until the separated oil is fully reincorporated, since using mostly the oily top or dense sediment at the bottom can throw off the dough’s texture.
How can you tell when homemade tahini cookies are done?
Homemade tahini cookies are ready when their edges look set and lightly golden while the centers may still seem soft. They firm up as they cool, so waiting for the centers to feel completely crisp in the oven can leave them dry.
Can you make homemade tahini cookies without butter?
Yes, homemade tahini cookies can be made without butter because tahini itself contributes fat and flavor. Follow a recipe designed for oil or tahini rather than swapping ingredients in equal amounts blindly, since butter contains water as well as fat.
How should you store homemade tahini cookies?
Store homemade tahini cookies in an airtight container at room temperature once they are completely cool. Sealing them while warm traps steam and softens them; keep the container somewhere dry to preserve their texture.
Can you freeze homemade tahini cookie dough?
Yes, homemade tahini cookie dough can be frozen after shaping. Arrange the portions so they do not stick together, then seal them in a freezer-safe container. Bake from thawed dough for more even results, or follow the recipe’s instructions for baking from frozen.
Why are homemade tahini cookies crumbly?
Homemade tahini cookies can turn crumbly if the dough has too much flour or too little moisture to hold together. Mix only until combined, and if the dough breaks apart when shaped, add a little liquid gradually rather than loading it with extra flour.
What do homemade tahini cookies taste like?
Homemade tahini cookies taste nutty and savory-sweet, with a toasted sesame flavor rather than the flavor of peanut butter. The strength of that taste depends on the tahini; a fresh, well-stirred tahini gives the most balanced result.
What can you serve with homemade tahini cookies?
Homemade tahini cookies pair well with coffee, black tea, or a glass of milk. Their rich sesame flavor also works with fresh fruit, while serving them after cooling helps keep them intact and gives the texture time to set.
Homemade tahini cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.51mg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.33mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
33mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Homemade tahini cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade tahini cookie
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (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 Homemade tahini cookie?
A homemade tahini cookie is made by mixing tahini, the smooth paste of ground sesame seeds, into a sweet dough, usually with flour and a source of fat, then baking it. It is familiar in Turkish home baking, where recipes vary in sweetness and texture. Tahini gives the cookie a toasted, nutty flavour; the outside may be lightly crisp while the centre stays tender and crumbly. In Turkey, these cookies are often served with tea or coffee, offered to guests, or kept for a small sweet between meals. They are rich-tasting and provide a substantial amount of energy from the tahini and dough, so one cookie can feel satisfying. Pair one with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit, or make smaller cookies for a lighter treat.
How Nutritious Is Homemade tahini cookie?
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
Low
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 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 Homemade tahini cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade tahini 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
Homemade tahini cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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