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Baked kumru bread Calories
Sesame-crusted, oven-baked, specialty bread from Izmir
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Baked kumru bread (90 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.9 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Baked kumru bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
243
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
45.9g
· 17% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 12% · Fat 12%
Baked kumru bread nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 243 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.54 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
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 Baked kumru bread?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baked kumru bread
What is baked kumru bread, and where is it from?
Baked kumru bread is a sesame-topped Turkish bread associated with İzmir, where it is used for the region’s well-known kumru sandwich. Its shape and texture make it easy to split and fill.
Is baked kumru bread the same thing as an İzmir kumru sandwich?
No. Baked kumru bread is the loaf, while an İzmir kumru is a sandwich made with it. The sandwich is commonly filled with ingredients such as sucuk, salami and tulum cheese, though fillings vary.
How is baked kumru bread different from simit?
Baked kumru bread is a soft, sandwich-style loaf, while simit is a ring-shaped bread usually eaten on its own or with breakfast accompaniments. Both may have a sesame coating, but they are not interchangeable names.
Does baked kumru bread use chickpea starter?
Some traditional İzmir-style recipes use chickpea starter to leaven baked kumru bread, but not every bakery or home recipe does. Commercial versions may use other yeast methods, so the flavor and crumb can differ.
What gives baked kumru bread its distinctive sesame crust?
Sesame seeds pressed onto the outside before baking give baked kumru bread its recognizable aroma and lightly crisp surface. They also distinguish the loaf visually from many everyday sandwich breads.
What is baked kumru bread made from?
Baked kumru bread is generally made from flour, water, yeast and salt, with some recipes adding sugar or oil. Sesame is used on the outside; exact ingredients and proportions vary between bakers.
What fillings go well in baked kumru bread?
Baked kumru bread is traditionally used for İzmir-style fillings such as sucuk, salami and tulum cheese. Grilling the filled sandwich warms the ingredients and softens the cheese; vegetables or pickles can be added to taste.
Can baked kumru bread be used for more than a kumru sandwich?
Yes. Baked kumru bread works as a base for other filled sandwiches, including simpler combinations of cheese and vegetables. Its sesame flavor is distinctive, so it may taste different from a neutral sandwich loaf.
How should you store baked kumru bread to keep it fresh?
Store baked kumru bread in a bread box or sealed bag at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Check for mold or an off smell before eating; how long it stays fresh depends on storage conditions.
Can you freeze and reheat baked kumru bread?
Yes. Wrap baked kumru bread airtight before freezing, then thaw it before use. Warm the loaf briefly in an oven to refresh its texture, or heat a filled kumru sandwich in a sandwich press.
Baked kumru bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B3
1.35mg · 8% DV
Folate
31.5µg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
Baked kumru bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baked kumru bread
To burn the 243 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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 Baked kumru bread?
Baked kumru bread is a sesame-crusted specialty bread from İzmir, on Turkey’s Aegean coast, best known as the base for the city’s grilled kumru sandwiches. It has a fragrant, lightly crisp sesame exterior and a soft, substantial crumb. In İzmir it is commonly filled with ingredients such as sucuk, salami and cheese, then warmed on a grill; elsewhere, you can serve it as a hearty sandwich bread or enjoy it plain alongside breakfast or tea.
It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 51 g per 100 g, and also provides some protein. Pair it with fresh tomato or other vegetables to balance a rich filling, or keep the sandwich lighter with cheese and vegetables rather than several cured meats.
How Nutritious Is Baked kumru bread?
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
Medium
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 Baked kumru bread 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 Baked kumru bread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Baked kumru bread 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
Baked kumru bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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