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Tahini muffin Calories
Soft muffin made with tahini, flour, eggs, and sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tahini muffin (60 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.6 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 13.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Tahini muffin Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
234
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
24.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
13.2g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 7% · Fat 51%
Tahini muffin nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.2 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 muffin?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 351 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tahini muffin
How do you make tahini muffins?
Tahini muffins are made by combining tahini, flour, eggs, sugar, and a raising agent, then baking the batter in a muffin tin. Mix the wet and dry ingredients separately first, and stir them together only until combined to keep the crumb tender.
Why did my tahini muffins sink in the middle?
Tahini muffins can sink if the batter is overmixed, the raising agent is no longer active, or the oven door is opened too early. Measure the raising agent carefully and wait until the muffins are nearly baked before checking them.
What does a tahini muffin taste like?
A tahini muffin has a nutty, toasted sesame flavor, with sweetness from the sugar. The tahini can taste pleasantly robust or slightly bitter depending on the brand and amount used; vanilla, cinnamon, or chocolate can soften that edge.
Can you use tahini instead of butter in muffins?
Yes, tahini can replace some or all of the butter in certain muffin recipes, but it changes both flavor and texture. Because tahini is thick and rich, use a recipe developed for it or adjust the liquid rather than swapping it in blindly.
How should you store tahini muffins?
Store tahini muffins once completely cool in an airtight container at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. They are best within a few days; refrigerate them if your kitchen is warm, then bring them back to room temperature before serving.
Can tahini muffins be frozen?
Yes, tahini muffins freeze well. Cool them completely, wrap them individually or pack them in a freezer-safe airtight container, and thaw at room temperature. A brief reheat can refresh the soft texture, but avoid reheating them for too long.
Can you add chocolate chips or nuts to tahini muffins?
Yes, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or sesame seeds work well in tahini muffins. Fold them into the batter at the end so they stay evenly distributed; chocolate pairs especially well with tahini’s toasted, slightly savory flavor.
Why are my tahini muffins dry?
Tahini muffins are often dry because they were baked too long or the batter had too little moisture. Check them near the end of the recipe’s baking time and remove them when a tester comes out clean, rather than waiting for them to brown heavily.
What goes well with tahini muffins?
Tahini muffins pair well with coffee or tea, fresh fruit, and plain yogurt. For a sweeter serving, drizzle on a little honey or date syrup; fruit or yogurt also balances the muffin’s rich sesame flavor.
Are tahini muffins traditionally from a particular country?
No single country has an exclusive traditional claim to tahini muffins; they are a modern baked variation using sesame paste common in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. Recipes differ, with some adding nuts, spices, chocolate, or a tahini topping.
Tahini muffin Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.72mg · 5% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Tahini muffin Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tahini muffin
To burn the 234 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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 muffin?
A tahini muffin is a soft baked sweet made with flour, eggs, sugar and tahini, the sesame paste used across the Middle East and Mediterranean. It brings the familiar muffin format together with tahini’s deep, toasted flavour; recipes may vary in how strongly the sesame comes through.
The crumb is tender and moist, with a lightly browned top, and the tahini gives each bite a savoury edge beneath the sweetness. Enjoy one with coffee or tea, as a breakfast treat or an afternoon snack. It is energy-dense, with 390 kcal per 100 g, so a smaller piece can be a satisfying choice alongside fruit or an unsweetened drink.
How Nutritious Is Tahini muffin?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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.
Is Tahini muffin 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 muffin Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tahini muffin Good For?
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
Tahini muffin Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30.8:1).
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