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Energy-dense cookie made with tahini and pistachios
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio tahini cookie (35 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.5 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
180
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
18.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% 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 41% · Protein 7% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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 (medium) | 35 g | 180 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 17.5 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 283 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 361 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 412 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 541 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
A pistachio tahini cookie is made by mixing tahini with sweetener, then working in flour until a cookie dough forms. Fold in chopped pistachios or press them on top, shape the dough, and bake until the edges are lightly set.
A pistachio tahini cookie has a nutty, lightly earthy sesame flavor, balanced by the sweet dough and pistachios. Tahini gives it a deeper taste than a plain butter cookie, while the pistachios add a distinct crunch and aroma.
A pistachio tahini cookie can crumble if the dough is too dry or if you handle it before it cools. Mix the tahini thoroughly before measuring, add flour gradually, and let baked cookies firm up on the tray before moving them.
Yes, either hulled or unhulled tahini works in a pistachio tahini cookie. Hulled tahini usually gives a milder flavor and lighter color; unhulled tahini tends to taste more robust, so it can make the sesame flavor stand out more.
No, pistachios do not have to be roasted for a pistachio tahini cookie. Raw pistachios will toast as the cookies bake; lightly roasting them first can bring out a stronger flavor, but cool them before mixing them into the dough.
Store pistachio tahini cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep the container in a cool, dry place; sealing warm cookies can trap steam and soften them, taking away the crisp texture.
Yes, pistachio tahini cookies freeze well. Cool baked cookies completely and pack them in a sealed container with parchment between layers. You can also freeze shaped, unbaked dough, then bake it after thawing until it is easy to handle.
Yes, you can prepare pistachio tahini cookie dough ahead and cover it in the refrigerator. Chilling can make soft dough easier to shape; if it becomes too firm, let it soften briefly at room temperature before baking.
Not always in equal amounts: tahini has a different texture and composition from butter, so a direct swap can change how a pistachio tahini cookie spreads and holds together. Use a recipe developed for tahini, or adjust the flour gradually to get workable dough.
A pistachio tahini cookie pairs well with black tea, coffee, or a glass of milk. Its toasted sesame and pistachio flavors also work well as a small dessert after a meal, without needing a rich topping.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
B3
0.74mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.66mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
32mg · 8% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A pistachio tahini cookie brings together sesame paste and pistachios in a Turkish-style baked treat, made at home as well as by bakeries. Tahini gives it a rich, toasted sesame flavour, while pistachios add their distinctive taste and a little crunch. Depending on the recipe, the cookie may be crumbly or crisp.
In Turkey, it is often served with tea and offered to guests, though it also suits a coffee break. Its tahini and nuts make it energy-dense: 100 g provides 515 kcal. Enjoying one small piece with unsweetened tea or plain coffee is an easy way to keep the serving modest.
Low
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Low
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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
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 104:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (104:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.