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Traditional halva made with tahini and cocoa, sweetened without sugar.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Sugar-Free Cocoa Tahini Halva (40 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 15.2 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
192
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
15.2g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 10% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.2 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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) | 40 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 80 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 slice (jumbo) | 80 g | 384 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 960 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free cocoa tahini halva is made primarily from tahini and cocoa, with a sweetener used instead of sugar. The exact sweetener and any ingredients that help bind the mixture vary between recipes, so the product’s ingredient list gives the specific formula.
“Sugar-free” usually means sugar was not used to sweeten the product, but it does not necessarily mean the recipe contains no sweetener or naturally occurring sugars. Check the specific product’s ingredients and nutrition information to see what it contains.
People with diabetes should not assume sugar-free cocoa tahini halva is suitable in unlimited amounts. Not adding sugar does not remove carbohydrates from tahini or other ingredients; a doctor or dietitian can help fit an appropriate portion into an individual meal plan.
Sugar-free cocoa tahini halva can be enjoyed as a sweet, but “sugar-free” alone does not make it a health food. Tahini makes it rich and filling, so treat it as a dessert and choose a modest portion rather than relying on the label claim.
It can taste less sweet or more cocoa-forward than regular halva, but it is not always bitter. The result depends on the cocoa and the sweetener used; some versions taste close to conventional halva, while others have a distinct aftertaste.
Keep sugar-free cocoa tahini halva sealed in a cool, dry place after opening. Limiting exposure to air helps preserve the tahini’s flavor; follow the package’s storage directions, especially if the product specifies refrigeration.
Yes, sugar-free cocoa tahini halva can be frozen, although thawing may alter its texture. Divide it into portions, seal them well, and thaw a portion in the refrigerator before serving.
Serve sugar-free cocoa tahini halva in small slices with tea or coffee, or pair it with fresh fruit. Its cocoa-and-sesame flavor works well as a small dessert after a meal or as part of a snack.
To make sugar-free cocoa tahini halva at home, combine tahini and cocoa with a chosen sugar-free sweetener. Recipes differ in how they bind and set the mixture, so follow a tested recipe for the proportions and chilling or setting method.
Sometimes, but sugar-free cocoa tahini halva may not behave like regular halva in a dessert recipe. Its sweetener and texture can differ, so it is best used as a topping or filling where the recipe can accommodate those differences.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
14µg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.8µg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Folate
24µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.52mg · 58% DV
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
128mg · 18% DV
Calcium
168mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sugar-free cocoa tahini halva brings together sesame paste and cocoa in a version of the dense, crumbly sweet associated with Turkish and Middle Eastern food traditions. It is sweetened without sugar, while the cocoa adds a gently bitter note to tahini’s roasted, nutty flavour.
It is usually sliced and enjoyed as a small treat with tea or coffee, or served after a meal; outside its home region, it also works well on a dessert board with fruit. Tahini makes it rich in fat and energy, with 480 kcal per 100 g, so a modest slice is often satisfying. Pair it with fresh fruit or unsweetened tea for a less-heavy snack.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 68:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (68:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.