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Tahini peanut butter Calories
Energy-dense spread made from sesame tahini and peanuts
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Tahini peanut butter (16 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 595 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.8 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tahini peanut butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 16 g
95
KCAL / 16G
Carbs
2.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 15% · Fat 74%
Tahini peanut butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.31 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.92 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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 Tablespoon of Tahini peanut butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 16 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 20 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 179 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 32 g | 190 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 40 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 476 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 256 g | 1523 kcal |
Calculated from 595 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini peanut butter
What is tahini peanut butter?
Tahini peanut butter is a spread made by combining ground peanuts with tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds. The result brings together peanut flavor and sesame richness; store-bought versions may also contain salt, sugar, or added oils.
How do you make tahini peanut butter at home?
To make tahini peanut butter, blend roasted peanuts until smooth, then blend in tahini a little at a time. Add salt if you like, and adjust the amount of tahini to get the flavor and consistency you prefer.
What does tahini peanut butter taste like?
Tahini peanut butter tastes nutty and roasted, with a distinct sesame flavor and a slight bitterness from the tahini. It may taste sweeter if the product or recipe includes added sugar.
How can you use tahini peanut butter?
Use tahini peanut butter as a spread on toast, or stir it into oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies. It also works in sauces and baking, where its sesame flavor pairs well with chocolate, bananas, and warm spices.
How is tahini peanut butter different from regular peanut butter?
Tahini peanut butter includes sesame paste, while regular peanut butter is made primarily from peanuts. Tahini adds a deeper sesame taste and can change the spread’s texture, so the two may not taste identical in recipes.
Does tahini peanut butter need to be refrigerated after opening?
Tahini peanut butter does not always need refrigeration after opening. Store it tightly closed in a cool, dry place and follow the product’s storage directions; refrigeration can help keep it fresh but usually makes it firmer.
Why does oil separate in tahini peanut butter?
Oil separates in tahini peanut butter because its natural oils can rise to the surface while the jar sits. This is normal and does not by itself mean the spread has spoiled; stir it thoroughly before serving.
Is tahini peanut butter healthy?
Tahini peanut butter can be a nourishing spread, providing protein and mostly unsaturated fats from peanuts and sesame. It is also energy-dense, and some versions contain added sugar or salt, so check the ingredients and keep portions moderate.
Can tahini peanut butter help with weight loss?
Tahini peanut butter does not cause weight loss on its own. Its protein and fat can make a small serving satisfying, but large amounts add substantial energy; use a measured spread rather than eating directly from the jar.
Can you bake with tahini peanut butter?
Yes, you can bake with tahini peanut butter in cookies, bars, and other recipes that use nut butter. Its sesame flavor will come through, and its consistency may differ from plain peanut butter, so expect a slightly different result.
Tahini peanut butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
2.14mg · 13% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Vitamin E
0.99mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.23mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
30mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
69mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.92mg · 0% DV
Tahini peanut butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini peanut butter
To burn the 95 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tahini peanut butter?
Tahini peanut butter combines ground peanuts with tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds. It is a spread rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition, bringing together two familiar ingredients in a rich, spoonable form.
Its flavour is nutty and toasty, with sesame adding a slightly earthy edge; the texture may be smooth or a little coarse. Spread it on toast, spoon it over fruit or stir it into porridge. In places where peanut butter is a breakfast staple, it fits easily into the usual rotation, while tahini also makes it at home in Middle Eastern-inspired meals.
This is an energy-dense spread that provides protein: it has 22.5 g per 100 g. A thin layer adds plenty of flavour, and it pairs well with sliced banana or apple if you want a simple, less-heavy snack.
How Nutritious Is Tahini peanut butter?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
High
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 Tahini peanut butter 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 Tahini peanut butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini peanut butter Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tahini peanut butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.31g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 253:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (253:1).
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