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Tahini ball Calories
Sesame-based, energy-dense sweet snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tahini ball (25 g) has 147 calories. That works out to 587 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.7 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tahini ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
147
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
11.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% 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 31% · Protein 9% · Fat 60%
Tahini ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 147 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.38 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.3 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 Medium Tahini ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 40 g | 235 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 294 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 70 g | 411 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 90 g | 528 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 587 kcal |
Calculated from 587 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini ball
What are tahini balls made of?
Tahini balls are usually made with tahini, a sweetener and an ingredient that helps the mixture hold together. Recipes may use honey, date paste or syrup, oats, crushed biscuits, cocoa, or ground nuts, so the texture and sweetness vary.
How do you make tahini balls?
Mix tahini with a sweetener, then gradually add oats, crushed biscuits, or ground nuts until the mixture can be rolled. Shape it into balls and chill until firm. Most tahini ball recipes are no-bake, though ingredients differ between versions.
Are tahini balls the same as tahini halva?
No, tahini balls and tahini halva are different sweets. Halva is a set confection made from tahini and a sugar-based mixture, while tahini balls are typically mixed and rolled, often with added ingredients such as oats, dates, or biscuits.
Why won't my tahini balls hold together?
Tahini balls usually crumble when the mixture is too dry or lacks enough binder. Stir in a little more tahini, honey, or date paste, then chill the mixture; if it is too sticky, add oats or ground nuts a spoonful at a time.
Do tahini balls need to be refrigerated?
Yes, refrigerate homemade tahini balls in a covered container, especially when the recipe includes moist ingredients such as dates or fresh fruit. Chilling also firms them up. Follow the recipe’s storage guidance and discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Can you freeze tahini balls?
Yes, tahini balls can be frozen. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container so they do not stick together. Thaw them in the refrigerator before eating for a more even texture.
Can you make tahini balls without honey?
Yes, you can make tahini balls without honey. Date paste, maple syrup, or another sticky sweetener can provide sweetness and help bind the mixture; adjust the oats or ground nuts gradually, since different substitutes add different amounts of moisture.
Are tahini balls a good snack before a workout?
Tahini balls can work as a pre-workout snack if you tolerate them well and eat them far enough ahead of exercise. Their sesame paste base is rich and filling, so a large portion right before a workout may feel heavy.
What can you serve with tahini balls?
Serve tahini balls with tea or coffee, fresh fruit, or plain yogurt. Their rich sesame flavor pairs well with tart fruit, while yogurt makes a simple snack more substantial; the balls can also be offered as a small sweet after a meal.
Do tahini balls need to be baked?
No, most tahini balls do not need to be baked. The ingredients are mixed, shaped, and chilled until firm; check the specific recipe, though, because some versions use baked components such as biscuits or toasted oats.
Tahini ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.25µg · 8% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B3
1.13mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
155mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
53mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
80mg · 2% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
Tahini ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini ball
To burn the 147 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Tahini ball?
A Tahini ball is a small sweet bite made by shaping sesame paste with a sweetener such as date or grape syrup; recipes may also include nuts or other additions. It is associated with Turkish home-style sweets, and its defining flavour is the deep, roasted taste of sesame.
Soft and rich, it is often enjoyed with tea or as a small treat between meals. In Turkey it may also appear at breakfast or on a sweets platter; elsewhere, it works well as a compact snack with fruit or coffee. Sesame makes it energy-dense, with some protein and fibre alongside its substantial fat content. Since the flavour is intense and filling, one small piece can be a satisfying serving.
How Nutritious Is Tahini ball?
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 Tahini ball 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 ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini ball 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tahini ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 82.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (82.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.