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Natural energy source, rich in iron and calcium, traditional sweetener
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Takin molasses (20 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of Iron covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
58
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thick) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 87 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 870 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Takin molasses is a sweet mixture of tahini and fruit molasses, commonly grape molasses. The proportions vary, so one version may taste nuttier while another is sweeter and runnier.
To make takin molasses, stir tahini and molasses together until smooth. Add the molasses gradually and taste as you go; that makes it easier to control the sweetness and thickness.
There is no single best ratio for takin molasses. Use more tahini for a richer, less sweet mixture or more molasses for a sweeter, looser one, adjusting it to your taste.
Takin molasses is commonly eaten with bread as a breakfast spread or dip. You can also drizzle a little over pancakes or stir it into yogurt or oatmeal for a sweet, nutty flavor.
Takin molasses can separate as the tahini’s natural oil rises during storage; separation alone does not mean it has spoiled. Stir it thoroughly from the bottom up, and follow the storage directions on a packaged product.
Yes, takin molasses can be made with grape, mulberry, or carob molasses. Grape is a common choice, while switching the fruit molasses changes the mixture’s sweetness, color, and flavor.
Store homemade takin molasses in a clean, sealed container and avoid leaving it out for long periods. For a packaged product, follow its label; discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual smell or taste.
Yes, takin molasses can replace maple syrup as a topping, but it has a thicker texture and a stronger sesame-and-fruit flavor. Try it on toast, pancakes, or porridge, using a small amount first.
Takin molasses is not a reliable treatment for iron deficiency. Molasses may contribute some iron, but its amount varies, and the mixture should not replace medical assessment or prescribed treatment for anemia.
People with diabetes should portion takin molasses carefully because its molasses contributes sugars and can raise blood glucose. Ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual meal and medication plan.
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
1.7mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
170mg · 5% DV
Sodium
7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Takin molasses is a Turkish-style mixture of tahini and grape molasses, rather than molasses on its own. The tahini brings a roasted, nutty richness that softens the molasses’ deep sweetness, creating a thick, spoonable spread. In Turkey it is commonly served at breakfast, spread on bread or eaten by dipping pieces into a small bowl; it can also be enjoyed as a simple sweet snack. It is carbohydrate-rich and provides concentrated energy, with 72 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. A little goes a long way, so use a thin spread if you want a lighter breakfast, or pair it with plain yoghurt or 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.
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 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.