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No-added-sugar tahini-based cake with rich sesame flavor
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Sugar-free tahini cake (70 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
288
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
17.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 9% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 3.57 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 6.4 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 | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 85 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 391 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 110 g | 453 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free tahini cake is made by mixing tahini with eggs and the flour and raising agent in the recipe, without adding sugar. Depending on the recipe, fruit such as banana or dates, or a non-sugar sweetener, can provide sweetness.
Tahini is the defining ingredient in sugar-free tahini cake, and many recipes also use eggs and flour. Sweeteners, fruit, yogurt, or milk vary by recipe, so the name alone does not tell you exactly what is in a particular cake.
Sugar-free tahini cake may be sweetened with fruit such as banana or dates, or with a non-sugar sweetener, depending on the recipe. Fruit-sweetened cake still contains naturally occurring sugars, even when no sugar has been added.
Sugar-free tahini cake can be denser than a standard cake because tahini is thick and rich. Too much flour or overbaking can make it dry; avoid overmixing the batter and check the cake as it nears the end of baking.
Cinnamon, cocoa, or vanilla can complement the strong sesame flavor of sugar-free tahini cake. If the recipe uses banana or dates, their fruit flavor also pairs well with tahini; the choice will change the cake’s overall sweetness.
Sugar-free tahini cake is made without added sugar, while regular tahini cake commonly includes sugar. A sugar-free version may get sweetness from fruit or a sweetener, so its taste and texture can differ from the classic cake.
Store sugar-free tahini cake in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. Refrigerate it if it has fresh fruit, cream, or a dairy-based topping, and discard it if you notice mold, a sour smell, or a sticky surface.
Yes, sugar-free tahini cake can be frozen. Let it cool completely, slice it, and seal the portions in a freezer-safe container; thaw a slice in the refrigerator. Cream or fresh-fruit toppings may change texture after thawing.
Sugar-free tahini cake may still contain carbohydrates and natural sugars from ingredients such as dates or bananas. Its effect on blood glucose depends on the recipe and portion; if you have diabetes, ask your clinician how it fits your plan.
Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with sugar-free tahini cake, while plain yogurt works alongside fruit-sweetened versions. The cake has a rich sesame flavor, so it can be served without an additional sweet sauce.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Folate
40.6µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.29mg · 32% DV
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
139mg · 20% DV
Selenium
7.7µg · 14% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sugar-free tahini cake is a home-baked cake made with tahini, the thick sesame paste used widely in Turkish cooking, and prepared without added sugar. It brings tahini’s rich, toasted sesame flavour into a sweet-style bake; recipes can vary, so the exact source of sweetness depends on the ingredients used.
The crumb is usually tender and moist, with a distinctly nutty taste. In Turkey it suits a tea-time spread, while elsewhere it can be served with coffee or as a small dessert. Tahini makes it relatively rich in fat, while the cake also provides some protein and fibre. Enjoy a modest slice with unsweetened tea or coffee, or pair it with fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling serving.
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.
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.
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
3.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 112:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (112:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.