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Sesame date cookie Calories
Sesame, date and cookie blend; source of fiber, minerals and natural sugars
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sesame date cookie (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sesame date cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
17.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 7% · Fat 34%
Sesame date cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.69 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.2 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 Sesame date cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame date cookie
How do you make sesame date cookies?
Sesame date cookies are made by mixing mashed or chopped dates and sesame into a cookie dough, usually with flour and fat. Shape the dough and bake it; recipes vary, so some also include egg, spices, or added sweetener.
What are sesame date cookies made of?
Sesame date cookies typically contain dates, sesame seeds, flour, and a fat such as butter or oil. The exact recipe varies: some versions add egg, spices, or sugar, while dates provide sweetness and help keep the cookies moist.
Are sesame date cookies made without added sugar?
Not always. Sesame date cookies get sweetness from dates, but many recipes also add sugar, syrup, or another sweetener. Even a no-added-sugar version still contains the naturally occurring sugars in dates.
How should you store sesame date cookies?
Store sesame date cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them in a cool, dry place, and discard them if they develop mold or an unusual smell; the moist date filling can shorten their shelf life.
Can you freeze sesame date cookies?
Yes, sesame date cookies can be frozen. Let them cool completely, separate layers with parchment, and seal them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw at room temperature; the sesame coating or cookie texture may soften slightly after thawing.
Why do sesame date cookies crumble?
Sesame date cookies usually crumble when the dough is too dry or the dates have not been mashed enough to bind it. Add flour gradually, mash the dates thoroughly, and let the dough rest briefly before shaping.
Can you use tahini in sesame date cookies?
Yes, tahini works well in sesame date cookies and gives them a stronger sesame flavor. Because tahini adds fat and can loosen the dough, reduce some of the other fat and add it gradually.
Are sesame date cookies healthy?
Sesame date cookies can provide fiber and minerals, but they are still processed baked sweets. Dates contribute natural sugars, and recipes may add more sugar or fat, so their nutritious ingredients do not make them an unlimited snack.
Can people with diabetes eat sesame date cookies?
Sesame date cookies can raise blood sugar because dates contain carbohydrates, and some recipes add extra sweetener. Portion size and the full recipe matter; ask your doctor or dietitian how they fit your individual diabetes plan.
Are sesame date cookies soft or crunchy?
Sesame date cookies are often soft or chewy inside because dates retain moisture, while toasted sesame can add a crisp exterior. Baking time and the proportion of dates to flour affect the texture, so recipes can produce either softer or firmer cookies.
Sesame date cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.51mg · 3% DV
B3
0.54mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Sodium
33mg · 1% DV
Sesame date cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sesame date cookie
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sesame date cookie?
A Sesame date cookie is a baked sweet made with cookie dough, dates and sesame seeds. Recipes vary, but dates typically bring a soft, chewy sweetness while sesame adds a toasted, nutty note. It is a home-style combination rather than a cookie with one defining recipe.
The edges may be crisp, with a softer centre, and it works well with tea or coffee as an afternoon treat. Dates and sesame contribute fibre and minerals, while the cookie is still a flour-based sweet with much of its sweetness coming from the dates. For a less-sweet batch, you can reduce added sugar if the dates provide enough sweetness; a small cookie alongside unsweetened tea makes a simple serving.
How Nutritious Is Sesame date 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
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.
Is Sesame date 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 Sesame date cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sesame date 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
Sesame date cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.69g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 78:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (78:1).
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