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Gluten-free, tahini-based, source of protein and healthy fats
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Tahini Flourless Cake (60 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
222
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
4.9g
· 10% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 26% · Protein 9% · Fat 65%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% |
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) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Tahini Flourless Cake is usually made with tahini, eggs, a sweetener, and a raising agent. Some recipes add cocoa, citrus zest, or spices, but tahini gives the cake its characteristic rich, nutty flavour.
Tahini Flourless Cake holds together mainly because the eggs set as it bakes, while tahini gives the batter body. Its crumb is usually moist and compact rather than light and airy like a wheat-flour sponge.
Tahini Flourless Cake can taste bitter if the tahini itself is bitter or heavily roasted, or if the cake has browned too much. Taste the tahini before mixing it in, and avoid letting the top darken excessively in the oven.
Yes, but replacing eggs in Tahini Flourless Cake can make it denser and more fragile because eggs help the cake set. A commercial egg replacer may work better than simply leaving the eggs out; follow its directions for baked cakes.
Tahini Flourless Cake often sinks if its centre is underbaked or the oven door is opened before the cake has set. Let it finish baking until the centre is no longer liquid, then cool it gradually rather than moving it straight into a cold place.
Serve Tahini Flourless Cake at room temperature so its nutty tahini flavour comes through. Fresh berries, sliced pears, or a spoonful of yoghurt make good toppings and add contrast to its dense, rich texture.
Store Tahini Flourless Cake in an airtight container. Refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm or you want to keep it fresh longer, and let a slice come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Yes, Tahini Flourless Cake freezes well. Cool it completely, cut it into slices, and wrap them separately so you can thaw only what you need; let a slice defrost at room temperature before eating.
Yes, honey can sweeten Tahini Flourless Cake, but it adds moisture and may make the crumb softer. Use a recipe designed for honey rather than swapping it in directly without adjusting the other ingredients.
Tahini Flourless Cake provides protein and mostly unsaturated fats from tahini, but it is still a rich dessert and may contain added sugar. Treat it as an occasional sweet, and pair a modest slice with fruit if you want a more balanced dessert.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
13.2µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.96mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
45mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tahini Flourless Cake is a cake made without flour, with tahini lending much of its flavour and richness. Recipes vary, but eggs and a sweetener are common additions. It is best understood as a home-baked take on tahini sweets rather than a cake with one fixed regional recipe.
Expect a pronounced sesame taste and a tender, moist crumb; toppings such as nuts can add crunch. In Turkey it can be served with tea or as a dessert, while elsewhere it works well as an afternoon treat or part of a gluten-free spread. Tahini gives it protein and unsaturated fats; a 100 g portion has 370 calories. A modest slice with unsweetened tea makes a satisfying pairing.
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.
Low
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
✓ 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
6.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.