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Bearded cookie Calories
Turkish coconut-coated, cream-filled cookie
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Bearded cookie (35 g) has 147 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.6 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Bearded cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
147
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
19.6g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% 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 55% · Protein 6% · Fat 39%
Bearded cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 147 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 Bearded cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 294 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 420 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 441 kcal |
Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bearded cookie
What is a bearded cookie?
A bearded cookie is a Turkish cream-filled cookie coated with shredded coconut. The coconut around the outside gives it a fluffy, beard-like appearance, which is the source of its English name.
How do you make a bearded cookie?
To make a bearded cookie, bake small cookies, let them cool, add a thick cream filling, and coat the outside with shredded coconut. Chilling the filled cookies briefly helps the coating stay in place.
Why is it called a bearded cookie?
A bearded cookie gets its name from the shredded coconut clinging to its outside, which looks like a little white beard. The name describes its appearance rather than an ingredient in the filling.
What filling goes in a bearded cookie?
A bearded cookie is usually filled with pastry cream or another thick milk-based cream. A firm, chilled filling is easier to handle and less likely to leak through the cookie or make it soggy.
Is a bearded cookie baked or fried?
A bearded cookie is baked, not fried. The baked cookies are cooled before filling and coating, since adding cream while they are warm can make the filling runny and the coconut damp.
How do you get coconut to stick to a bearded cookie?
Coconut sticks to a bearded cookie when it is pressed onto a slightly tacky layer of cream or filling on the outside. Roll the cookie gently in shredded coconut, then chill it so the coating can set.
How should you store bearded cookies?
Store bearded cookies in a covered container in the refrigerator because their cream filling is perishable. Keep them away from uncovered foods so the coconut does not pick up other odors or moisture.
Can you freeze bearded cookies?
You can freeze bearded cookies, but thawing may soften the coconut coating and change the cream's texture. For a better finish, freeze the baked cookies before filling, then thaw, fill, and coat them shortly before serving.
Can you make bearded cookies ahead of time?
Yes, bearded cookies can be made ahead and kept chilled until serving. For the freshest coating, prepare the baked cookies in advance and add the cream and coconut closer to the time you plan to serve them.
What do you serve with a bearded cookie?
Serve a bearded cookie with Turkish tea or coffee. Its creamy filling and coconut coating make it a rich sweet, so it works well as a small treat alongside a hot, unsweetened drink.
Bearded cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Bearded cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Bearded cookie
To burn the 147 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Bearded cookie?
Bearded cookie is a Turkish bakery treat made from cookie dough with a creamy filling, then coated in shredded coconut. The coconut strands give it its distinctive shaggy look; the exact dough and filling can vary from one bakery to another.
The centre is soft and creamy, while the coating adds a little texture and sweetness. In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea, offered to guests, or picked up from a pastry shop for a small treat. For readers elsewhere, it pairs just as naturally with coffee or tea. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 420 calories per 100 g, so one medium piece makes a satisfying portion; pair it with an unsweetened drink if you want to balance the sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Bearded 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 Bearded 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 Bearded cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Bearded 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
Bearded cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.77g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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