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Nuts & SeedsGround sesame seed paste. Lebanese and Palestinian brands are the gold standard — silky, ivory, faintly bitter.
Properties
Density Index
1.08 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
252g
Texture
Paste
Category
Nut
Top Substitute
Peanut Butter
Use 1:1
Sweeter and nuttier. Different flavour but same texture role.
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Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 63.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 83.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 126 grams |
| 1 cups | 252 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 378 grams |
| 2 cups | 504 grams |
| 3 cups | 756 grams |
| 4 cups | 1008 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 1.08 g/ml
Quick Convert
Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Tahini equals 256 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Recommended Tools & Pantry Picks for Tahini
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Substitutions for Tahini
Storage Tips
Unopened jars 1 year. Refrigerate after opening, but bring to room temperature and stir well before use — tahini separates.
Baking Science
About 55% fat, all from sesame. The bitterness comes from the seed hulls; lighter-coloured tahini uses hulled seeds and is sweeter. Tightens dramatically when first mixed with water before loosening — a property called 'tahini bloom'.
Recipe Context
For nut flours: weigh to avoid dry or greasy texture swings.
For seed gels: hydration ratio directly affects binding strength.
For toppings: weight gives consistent coverage and bake color.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup tahini = 252g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 229g-275g per cup (9% band).
Why this happens: cut size, grind consistency, and oil content alter packing behavior.
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).Common Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of tahini?
1 cup of tahini weighs 252 grams.
What can I substitute for tahini?
Peanut Butter (1:1), Almond Butter (1:1)