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Energy-dense cookie made with tahini and carob
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Tahini carob cookie (30 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 498 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.7 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
149
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.4g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 8% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.29 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 piece (medium) | 30 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 22 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 224 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 299 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 448 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 498 kcal |
Calculated from 498 calories per 100 g.
A tahini carob cookie is made with tahini and carob powder or flour, usually along with flour and a sweetener. Recipes vary, and some use ingredients such as oil, eggs, or nuts for a different texture and flavor.
Tahini carob cookies are made by mixing tahini, carob powder, flour, and a sweetener into a dough, then shaping and baking it. Add the flour gradually so the dough stays workable, and let the cookies cool before moving them.
Yes, carob powder is the defining chocolate-free alternative in tahini carob cookies, but it tastes sweeter and more malty than cocoa rather than intensely chocolatey. Adjust the recipe’s sweetness to suit the carob powder you use.
Tahini carob cookies often crumble when the dough is too dry or does not hold together before baking. Add dry ingredients gradually, check that the dough can be shaped, and allow baked cookies to cool before handling, since they may be fragile while hot.
No, tahini carob cookies do not have to contain granulated sugar; recipes can use another sweetener or rely partly on carob’s natural sweetness. Carob does not make every recipe sweet enough on its own, so taste and adjust the dough as appropriate.
Store tahini carob cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place once they have cooled completely. Keeping moisture out helps preserve their texture; discard homemade cookies if you notice mold or an unusual smell.
Yes, tahini carob cookies can be frozen. Pack the completely cooled cookies in a sealed freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed, and thaw them at room temperature; avoid refreezing them after thawing.
No, tahini carob cookies do not taste exactly like chocolate cookies. Carob brings a naturally sweet, malty flavor, while tahini adds a roasted sesame note; the result is distinctive rather than a direct chocolate substitute.
Tahini carob cookies pair well with black tea, coffee, or a glass of milk. Their sesame and carob flavors are pronounced, so a simple drink complements them without competing with the cookie.
People with diabetes may be able to include tahini carob cookies, but flour and any added sweetener can affect blood glucose. The recipe and portion matter, so ask your doctor or dietitian how the cookies fit your individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
0.93mg · 6% DV
Folate
20.4µg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
35mg · 8% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
93mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A tahini carob cookie is made with tahini in the dough and carob, usually as flour or powder. It is a home-baking style treat rather than one fixed regional recipe, and the balance of ingredients varies. The sesame-rich tahini brings a savoury, nutty depth, while carob adds a naturally sweet, gently roasted flavour. The cookie may be tender and crumbly or more firm, depending on how it is made.
It works well with tea or coffee as an afternoon snack, or as a small sweet after a meal. Tahini makes it energy-dense and relatively rich in fat, while carob contributes fibre. If you want a lighter snack, keep to one medium cookie and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than another rich dessert.
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.
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
— 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
1.29g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 78:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (78:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.