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Tahini chocolate truffle Calories
Provides sesame-derived unsaturated fats and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tahini chocolate truffle (20 g) has 104 calories. That works out to 518 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.5 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 7.3 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tahini chocolate truffle Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g
104
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
8.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
7.3g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 6% · Fat 62%
Tahini chocolate truffle nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 104 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.3 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.56 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 chocolate truffle?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 40 g | 207 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 259 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 311 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 518 kcal |
Calculated from 518 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini chocolate truffle
What is a tahini chocolate truffle made of?
A tahini chocolate truffle is a small, rich sweet made by combining chocolate and tahini. Recipes commonly chill the mixture until firm, shape it into balls, and roll the truffles in cocoa, sesame seeds, or another coating.
How do you make a tahini chocolate truffle without baking?
Melt the chocolate gently, stir in tahini until smooth, and chill the mixture until firm enough to shape. Roll small portions into balls, then coat them with cocoa or sesame. No baking is needed, and gentle heating helps keep the chocolate smooth.
Does a tahini chocolate truffle need to be refrigerated?
Yes, keep a tahini chocolate truffle in a sealed container in the refrigerator so it holds its shape and stays firm. Let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving if you prefer a softer center and a more noticeable sesame flavor.
Can you freeze a tahini chocolate truffle?
Yes, a tahini chocolate truffle can be frozen. Freeze the pieces separately first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving. The cocoa coating may become damp after thawing, so refresh it if needed.
Why is my tahini chocolate truffle mixture gritty or oily?
A tahini chocolate truffle mixture can look oily if the tahini has separated, or gritty if the chocolate and tahini were combined at very different temperatures. Stir the tahini thoroughly, let the melted chocolate cool slightly, and combine them gradually.
Can you make a tahini chocolate truffle without cream?
Yes, many tahini chocolate truffle recipes use tahini and chocolate without cream. The tahini supplies richness and helps bind the mixture; chill it until firm before shaping, since the texture may differ from a cream-based chocolate truffle.
Can you use milk chocolate for a tahini chocolate truffle?
Yes, milk chocolate works in a tahini chocolate truffle and makes the result sweeter and milder than using dark chocolate. Because it is already sweet, pair it with tahini that has a pronounced roasted sesame flavor for a better balance.
What can you use instead of tahini in a tahini chocolate truffle recipe?
You can replace tahini with smooth peanut or almond butter, but the truffle will lose its characteristic sesame taste. Choose an unsweetened, creamy nut butter and mix it thoroughly before adding it, so the chocolate mixture stays even.
How do you stop a tahini chocolate truffle from sticking to your hands?
To shape a tahini chocolate truffle with less sticking, chill the mixture until firm and work quickly with cool, dry hands. If the mixture softens, return it to the refrigerator; rolling the finished pieces in cocoa also makes them easier to handle.
Is a tahini chocolate truffle a healthy dessert?
A tahini chocolate truffle provides sesame-derived unsaturated fats and minerals, but it is still a rich sweet. Enjoying a small piece can fit into a balanced eating pattern; its ingredients do not make it a substitute for a varied diet.
Tahini chocolate truffle Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.26mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
34mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.4mg · 0% DV
Tahini chocolate truffle Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini chocolate truffle
To burn the 104 calories in 1 piece (medium) (20 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 chocolate truffle?
A tahini chocolate truffle brings together chocolate and tahini, the smooth sesame paste, in a small, rich sweet. It is a modern combination rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition. The mixture is usually chilled and shaped into bite-sized pieces; some versions are rolled in cocoa for a dry, pleasantly bitter finish.
Its flavour balances deep cocoa notes with tahini’s toasted, nutty taste and creamy texture. Serve one with coffee or tea, or offer it as a small dessert after a meal. It is energy-dense, with 518 kcal per 100 g, so a single piece can make a satisfying treat; fresh fruit alongside it adds a lighter contrast.
How Nutritious Is Tahini chocolate truffle?
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 chocolate truffle 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 chocolate truffle Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini chocolate truffle 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 chocolate truffle Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 132:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (132:1).
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