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Protein cookie with tahini and molasses
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Tahini molasses protein cookie (45 g) has 211 calories. That works out to 468 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.1 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 12.3 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
211
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
16.1g
· 6% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
12.3g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 18% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 211 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.3 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 1.94 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
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) | 45 g | 211 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 22.5 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 328 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 421 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 90 g | 421 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 468 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 632 kcal |
Calculated from 468 calories per 100 g.
Tahini gives a tahini molasses protein cookie its distinctive toasted sesame flavor and a rich, soft texture. It also contributes fat, so the dough may feel denser than a typical flour-based cookie; stirring the tahini before measuring helps keep it consistent.
To make a tahini molasses protein cookie, combine tahini and molasses with the recipe’s protein source and dry ingredients, shape the dough, and bake. Protein powders absorb liquid differently, so adjust the dough with small amounts of liquid if it seems unusually dry.
A tahini molasses protein cookie can be a filling snack because it combines protein with tahini, but it is still a calorie-dense cookie. It can fit between meals, though it does not automatically provide the variety of a balanced meal.
A tahini molasses protein cookie is a baked treat with sesame and molasses flavors, while protein bars are formed bars whose texture and ingredients vary widely. The cookie may feel more crumbly or soft, and neither format is inherently a better choice.
Yes, a tahini molasses protein cookie can be a convenient post-workout snack, supplying protein along with carbohydrates. If you need a more substantial recovery meal, pair it with something such as yogurt or fruit rather than relying on the cookie alone.
A tahini molasses protein cookie can provide protein, but it is not a direct substitute for every protein shake: recipes and serving sizes differ, and cookies also contain other ingredients. Choose based on what your meal or snack needs, not the format alone.
Yes, a tahini molasses protein cookie can be part of breakfast when you need something portable. Pair it with fruit or yogurt to make the meal more varied, rather than treating one cookie as a complete breakfast by default.
Once fully cool, keep a tahini molasses protein cookie in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Homemade cookies are best eaten within a few days; freeze extras if you need to keep them longer, and thaw only what you plan to eat.
A tahini molasses protein cookie can turn dry or crumbly when protein powder absorbs more moisture than the recipe allows, or when the dough is overbaked. Add liquid gradually if the dough feels stiff, and take the cookies out before they become crisp throughout.
Yes, a tahini molasses protein cookie can raise blood sugar because it contains carbohydrates and molasses; its protein and fat do not cancel that effect. If you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how to fit it into your individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
B6
0.15mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Manganese
0.61mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
128mg · 18% DV
Magnesium
53mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
162mg · 5% DV
Sodium
95mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 211 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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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.
A tahini molasses protein cookie brings together tahini and molasses—the familiar sweet, nutty pairing—in a baked snack with added protein. It is a modern take on that combination rather than a traditional cookie with one fixed recipe; the ingredients and sweetness can vary between versions.
Expect a rich sesame flavour, gentle sweetness and a tender or slightly crumbly bite. It works as a snack with coffee or tea, or alongside fruit or yoghurt for a more filling bite. Protein is a notable part of its nutritional profile, at 21.5 g per 100 g. If you prefer a less rich snack, have a smaller piece with fresh fruit.
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.
High
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
1.94g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 100.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (100.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.