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Breakfast pastry made from refined flour and fat, typically soft and lightly crisp
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Breakfast fork pastry (70 g) has 301 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.3 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 15.4 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 12.6 µg of Selenium covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
301
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
34.3g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
15.4g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 7% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 301 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.4 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.67 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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 piece (medium) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 409 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 602 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 602 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
A breakfast fork pastry is a soft, lightly crisp baked pastry named for its fork-like shape or markings. It is eaten at breakfast, either plain or alongside savory foods such as cheese and olives.
To make a breakfast fork pastry, prepare a flour-and-fat dough, shape it into fork-like pieces or press fork marks into it, and bake until cooked through. Recipes vary, so the exact ingredients and texture are not fixed.
A breakfast fork pastry gets its name from its distinctive fork-like appearance. Depending on the recipe, the dough may be formed into prongs or marked with a fork before baking; the marks also give the surface a recognizable texture.
A breakfast fork pastry is generally mild and buttery or rich from the fat in its dough, with a soft center and a lightly crisp surface. Its flavor can be more savory or slightly sweet depending on the recipe.
Serve a breakfast fork pastry with tea, coffee, or a savory breakfast spread. Cheese, olives, sliced vegetables, and eggs are suitable accompaniments; its mild flavor also makes it easy to eat on its own.
No, a breakfast fork pastry is not a croissant. The fork pastry is identified by its fork-like shape and a soft, lightly crisp texture, while a croissant is a laminated pastry with distinct flaky layers.
Yes, a breakfast fork pastry can be made without dairy by using a suitable non-dairy fat and liquid in the dough. The result may differ in richness and texture, so the recipe needs to be adjusted rather than simply omitting dairy.
Store a breakfast fork pastry only after it has cooled, in an airtight container at room temperature. Keeping it covered helps prevent it from drying out; refrigerate it if you need to keep it longer or the room is warm.
Yes, a breakfast fork pastry can be frozen once fully cool. Pack pieces in a sealed freezer-safe container, separating them if needed, and thaw before serving; a brief oven reheat can help restore a lightly crisp exterior.
Reheat a breakfast fork pastry in the oven rather than covering it in the microwave. A short, gentle warming helps the center soften while allowing the outside to regain some crispness; avoid overheating, which can dry it out.
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Folate
38.5µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.68mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Breakfast fork pastry is a Turkish breakfast bake shaped to resemble a fork. Its dough is based on refined flour and fat, with recipes varying from kitchen to kitchen; the name describes its distinctive shape rather than a particular regional origin.
The inside is typically soft, while the outside can be lightly crisp. In Turkey it is served at breakfast or with tea, often alongside olives, cheese and fresh vegetables. Elsewhere, it fits naturally into a brunch spread or makes a simple savoury snack. It is mainly a flour-and-fat pastry, with relatively little fibre, so it is best treated as one part of a meal rather than the whole breakfast. Pair it with tomatoes, cucumber or other fresh produce for a lighter, more balanced plate.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
5.67g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.