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Contains healthy fats from tahini
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Oat tahini cake (70 g) has 274 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 15.7 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
274
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
15.7g
· 20% 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 39% · Protein 10% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.7 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.59 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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 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 cup (diced) | 110 g | 431 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Oat tahini cake is made by mixing oats, tahini, eggs, a sweetener and a raising agent, then baking the batter until set. Blending some of the oats into flour helps the cake hold together, while stirred tahini mixes more evenly.
You can replace tahini in oat tahini cake with almond or peanut butter, but the flavor will change. These spreads are also thick, so loosen the batter with a little milk if the replacement makes it noticeably stiffer.
Yes, oat tahini cake can be made without eggs by using a flaxseed mixture or mashed banana as a binder. The crumb may be softer or denser than an egg-based version, so let the cake cool fully before slicing.
Oat tahini cake often turns dense when the batter is overmixed, the oats are too coarse, or the raising agent is old. Grind some oats more finely and fold the ingredients together just until combined for a lighter texture.
Yes, oat tahini cake can be made without added sugar by using mashed ripe banana or date paste for sweetness and moisture. These ingredients still contain natural sugars, so the result is not sugar-free.
Store oat tahini cake in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled completely, and eat it within a few days. Wrapping individual slices helps keep them from drying out and makes them easy to take along.
Yes, oat tahini cake freezes well in individual slices. Wrap each slice tightly or place the slices in a freezer-safe airtight container, then thaw in the refrigerator or warm briefly before serving.
Tahini gives oat tahini cake its distinctive toasted sesame flavor and a moist, rich texture. Stir the tahini thoroughly before measuring it, since the oil can separate during storage and otherwise make the batter inconsistent.
Oat tahini cake pairs well with plain yogurt, fresh fruit or coffee because their lighter flavors balance its nutty sesame taste. For dessert, a little fruit compote works well without overwhelming the cake.
Yes, rolled oats work in oat tahini cake, but they give it a more textured crumb than oat flour. For a smoother cake, pulse the oats in a blender until finely ground before adding them to the batter.
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Biotin
2.8µg · 9% DV
B3
1.47mg · 9% DV
B5
0.34mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.95mg · 41% DV
Copper
0.29mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Magnesium
64mg · 15% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Oat tahini cake brings oats and sesame tahini together in a home-baked cake. Recipes vary: the oats may be rolled or ground, and the batter is usually sweetened, giving tahini’s rich, roasted flavour a softer, familiar cake setting. It is a contemporary baking combination rather than a dish tied to one particular tradition.
The crumb can be pleasantly hearty, with a subtle nuttiness from the tahini. Serve a slice with tea or coffee as a snack or simple dessert; fresh fruit also makes a good accompaniment. Tahini contributes much of the cake’s fat, while oats add fibre, so it is more substantial than a plain sponge. For a lighter serving, keep the slice modest and pair it with unsweetened tea or fruit.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 74.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (74.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.