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Buckwheat-based cookie, typically gluten-free if uncontaminated, moderately energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Buckwheat flour cookie (18 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 468 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g
84
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.28 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
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) | 18 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 28 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 140 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 36 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 211 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 54 g | 253 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 120 g | 562 kcal |
Calculated from 468 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat flour cookies commonly contain buckwheat flour, a sweetener, fat, and a binder such as egg. Recipes vary: some add wheat flour or starch for structure, while others use nuts, chocolate, or spices for extra flavor.
Buckwheat flour cookies have a distinct earthy, nutty flavor that is stronger than the mild taste of cookies made with white wheat flour. Pairing the flour with chocolate, cinnamon, or citrus can complement its characteristic aroma.
Buckwheat flour cookies can turn dry or crumbly when the dough has too little moisture or binding. Buckwheat does not form the stretchy gluten network found in wheat flour, so measure ingredients carefully, keep the recipe’s binder, and avoid overbaking.
Usually, buckwheat flour is not a reliable one-for-one swap for all-purpose flour in cookies. It changes the dough’s binding and texture, so use a recipe developed for buckwheat or replace only part of the wheat flour and adjust the dough as needed.
Yes, buckwheat flour cookies can still contain wheat if the recipe combines the two flours or if wheat is added as another ingredient. Buckwheat itself is not wheat, but the cookie’s name alone does not guarantee that the finished product is wheat-free.
Store buckwheat flour cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep the container in a cool, dry place and avoid trapping steam inside; that helps the cookies retain their texture for several days.
Yes, buckwheat flour cookie dough can usually be frozen. Portion it first, seal the portions well, and thaw them in the refrigerator before baking; the exact result can vary by recipe, especially if the dough contains a lot of moisture.
Coffee, black tea, and unsweetened milk pair well with buckwheat flour cookies. Their earthy, nutty flavor also works with fruit preserves or dark chocolate, so serve them as a snack or alongside a simple hot drink.
Yes, buckwheat flour cookies can be made without added sugar, but the result will be less sweet and may have a different texture. Sugar helps cookies spread and brown, so use a recipe designed for an unsweetened version rather than simply leaving it out.
People with diabetes may be able to include buckwheat flour cookies in a meal plan, but buckwheat flour does not make a cookie carbohydrate-free or prevent a blood-glucose rise. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; ask a dietitian or clinician for individualized guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.34mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.54µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.22mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
Sodium
47mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 84 calories in 1 piece (medium) (18 g):
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A Buckwheat flour cookie is made with flour milled from buckwheat, a seed with a distinctive, gently earthy flavour rather than a type of wheat. Recipes vary: the flour may be used on its own or blended with other flours, and the dough is commonly enriched with sugar and fat.
The cookies can be crumbly and crisp or a little denser, depending on the recipe. They’re served as a sweet snack with tea or coffee, whether homemade or bought from a bakery. Buckwheat itself is naturally gluten-free, but a cookie is only suitable for someone avoiding gluten if its ingredients and preparation prevent cross-contact. It is fairly energy-dense, so a modest portion alongside fresh fruit or an unsweetened drink makes a practical snack.
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
1.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 52:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (52:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.