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Traditional cookie made with tahini, molasses, and flour
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Tahini molasses cookie (30 g) has 141 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.2 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A tahini molasses cookie is a home-style baked treat made with flour, tahini and molasses. It brings together the toasted, nutty taste of sesame paste and the dark, caramel-like sweetness of molasses; some versions are finished with sesame seeds. It is associated with Turkish home baking rather than a single regional recipe.
The edges bake up lightly crisp while the centre stays tender and crumbly. In Turkey it is often served with tea, and it also works as a small sweet alongside coffee or as an afternoon snack. It is fairly rich in fat and carbohydrates, with more modest amounts of protein and fibre. Pair one with unsweetened tea, or make a smaller cookie if you want a lighter treat.
Selected: 100 g
470
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
54g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
25g
· 32% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 6% · Fat 48%
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.6mg · 11% DV
Vitamin K
12µg · 10% DV
B5
0.45mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Calcium
120mg · 12% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 470 calories in 100 g:
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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
3.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
A tahini molasses cookie tastes nutty and rich from the sesame paste, with a deep, caramel-like sweetness from the molasses. The flavor varies with the type of molasses, and sesame seeds on top add extra crunch.
A tahini molasses cookie is typically made with tahini, molasses, and flour, with other ingredients varying by recipe. Some versions include a leavening agent or extra sweetener; the dough is shaped and baked until set.
Yes, you can replace the molasses in a tahini molasses cookie, but the flavor and texture will change. Date syrup is a closer dark-syrup alternative, while honey gives a lighter taste and may make the dough softer.
A tahini molasses cookie can spread too much if its dough is warm, too wet, or placed on a hot baking sheet. Chill soft dough before shaping, and bake each batch on a cool, lined tray.
For a chewy tahini molasses cookie, avoid adding excess flour and take the cookies out when the centers still look slightly soft. They firm up as they cool, so baking until fully crisp in the oven can make them dry.
Yes, tahini molasses cookie dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated in a covered container. Let it soften enough to shape if it becomes firm, and bake the cookies only after the oven has reached the recipe’s temperature.
Yes, baked tahini molasses cookies freeze well once completely cool. Store them in a sealed freezer-safe container with baking paper between layers, then thaw at room temperature to help keep them from sticking together.
Store tahini molasses cookies in an airtight container at room temperature after they have cooled completely. Keeping them sealed helps prevent them from drying out; avoid packing them while warm, since trapped steam can make them soft.
Tahini molasses cookies are associated with Turkish home baking, where tahini and pekmez, or grape molasses, are familiar ingredients. Recipes differ between households, but the pairing gives these cookies their characteristic sesame-rich flavor and dark sweetness.
A tahini molasses cookie pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances its rich sweetness. It can also be served with fruit as a simple snack; its sesame and molasses flavors are strong enough to enjoy on their own.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.