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Pistachio cookie Calories
Pistachio-based sweet cookie, energy-dense and rich in fats from pistachio and butter.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio cookie (30 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 498 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.5 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
149
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
17.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 6% · Fat 47%
Pistachio cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.06 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Pistachio cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 75 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 224 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 374 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 448 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 498 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 598 kcal |
Calculated from 498 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio cookie
How do you make pistachio cookies?
Pistachio cookies are made by mixing pistachios into a sweet cookie dough, shaping it, and baking until set. Recipes vary in texture and ingredients; avoid overworking the dough, which can make the cookies tough.
What ingredients are in pistachio cookies?
Pistachio cookies commonly contain pistachios, flour, sugar, and butter or another fat; many recipes also use eggs. Some versions rely on ground nuts for flavor, while others add chopped pistachios for a more noticeable crunch.
Can you use pistachio paste in pistachio cookies?
Yes, pistachio paste can flavor pistachio cookies, but it changes the dough's moisture and fat content. Use a recipe designed for paste rather than swapping it directly for chopped nuts, or the cookies may spread or turn out too soft.
Why do pistachio cookies spread too much in the oven?
Pistachio cookies can spread when the dough is too warm or contains too much fat or moisture for its flour. Chilling the shaped dough before baking and measuring ingredients consistently can help the cookies hold their shape.
How do you keep pistachio cookies from crumbling?
Pistachio cookies crumble when the dough lacks enough moisture or binding, or when the cookies are handled before they cool. Mix only until the dough holds together, and let the baked cookies set on the tray before moving them.
How should you store pistachio cookies?
Store pistachio cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely, keeping them in a cool, dry place. Moisture softens crisp cookies, while warm cookies trapped in a container can become soggy from condensation.
Can you freeze pistachio cookie dough?
Yes, pistachio cookie dough can be frozen in a sealed container or wrapped well. Thaw it in the refrigerator before shaping or baking, and follow the recipe's baking cues since very cold dough may need longer in the oven.
What can you serve with pistachio cookies?
Pistachio cookies pair well with coffee, black tea, or a glass of milk. Their rich, nutty sweetness is easy to enjoy on its own, so a simple drink is usually enough rather than another dessert.
Are pistachio cookies healthy?
Pistachio cookies provide some nutrients from pistachios, but they are still a sweet baked treat and can be rich in butter and sugar. Enjoying a modest portion alongside otherwise balanced meals is more useful than treating them as a health food.
Can you make pistachio cookies with roasted pistachios?
Yes, roasted pistachios work in pistachio cookies and give them a deeper, toastier flavor. Choose unsalted nuts if the recipe already includes salt, and avoid heavily salted pistachios that could make the finished cookies taste unbalanced.
Pistachio cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
35.4µg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
35mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.34µg · 4% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
56mg · 2% DV
Pistachio cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio cookie
To burn the 149 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Pistachio cookie?
Pistachio cookie in this context refers to the buttery, sweet Antep-style biscuit associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey. Recipes vary, but pistachios are worked into the dough or used as a prominent finishing touch, giving the cookie its characteristic nutty flavour.
In Gaziantep and elsewhere in Turkey, it is commonly served with tea, offered to guests or enjoyed as a small sweet after a meal. Its butter and pistachios make it energy-dense: a 100 g portion provides 498 kcal. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee, and choose a smaller piece if you want a lighter treat.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio cookie?
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 Pistachio cookie 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 Pistachio cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pistachio cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 58.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (58.5:1).
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