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Butter simit cookie Calories
Butter-rich, flour-based, crisp ring cookie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Butter simit cookie (25 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 468 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.6 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 4.5 µg of Selenium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Butter simit cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
117
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
14.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%
Butter simit cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2 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 Butter simit cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 187 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 281 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 351 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 421 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 150 g | 702 kcal |
Calculated from 468 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter simit cookie
What is a butter simit cookie?
A butter simit cookie is a crisp, ring-shaped Turkish cookie, commonly coated with sesame seeds. Its shape recalls simit, the sesame-crusted bread ring, but the cookie is richer and more crumbly rather than chewy like bread.
How is a butter simit cookie made?
A butter simit cookie is made by mixing butter with flour and the other ingredients in the chosen recipe, shaping the dough into rings, coating them with sesame, and baking. Let the cookies cool before serving so they firm up.
Why does a butter simit cookie have sesame seeds?
Sesame gives a butter simit cookie its characteristic simit-inspired coating, adding a nutty flavor and a little crunch. Seeds are usually pressed onto the shaped dough before baking so they stay in place as the surface sets.
Can you make a butter simit cookie without sesame seeds?
Yes, you can bake a butter simit cookie without sesame, although it will lack the coating that gives it its familiar appearance and flavor. You can leave the surface plain or use another topping that suits the recipe.
Can butter simit cookie dough be made ahead?
Yes, butter simit cookie dough can usually be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Chilling firms the butter and can make shaping easier; if the dough becomes too firm, let it soften slightly before forming the rings.
Can you freeze butter simit cookies?
Yes, baked butter simit cookies can be frozen once they have cooled completely. Store them in a sealed freezer-safe container and thaw at room temperature; a brief warm-up in the oven can help restore their crisp texture.
Why do butter simit cookies lose their ring shape in the oven?
Butter simit cookies may spread if the dough is warm or the shaped rings are too soft before baking. Chill the shaped cookies until firm and place them on a cool baking sheet to help them hold their shape.
How do you keep butter simit cookies crisp?
Let butter simit cookies cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in a dry place. Closing the container while they are still warm traps steam, which can make the cookies lose their crisp texture.
What can you serve with butter simit cookies?
Butter simit cookies pair well with black tea or coffee and are often served as a small snack or with a dessert spread. Their buttery, sesame-coated flavor works especially well with unsweetened drinks.
Can people with diabetes eat butter simit cookies?
Some people with diabetes can include a small butter simit cookie in a meal plan, but its flour and sugar can affect blood glucose. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Butter simit cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
B3
0.73mg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.5µg · 8% DV
Sodium
130mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.6mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Butter simit cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter simit cookie
To burn the 117 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Butter simit cookie?
Butter simit cookie is a Turkish ring-shaped biscuit made with flour and butter, then baked until crisp. Recipes vary, and some versions are finished with sesame, echoing the familiar look of simit bread. It has a crumbly, crunchy bite and a rich buttery flavour, making it a natural fit for Turkey’s tea table. It is also easy to serve with coffee or alongside other biscuits for guests.
Mostly made from flour and butter, it is an energy-dense treat rather than an everyday staple; 100 g provides 468 calories. Enjoy it in a modest portion with tea, or pair it with fresh fruit for a more balanced snack.
How Nutritious Is Butter simit 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 Butter simit 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 Butter simit cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter simit 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
Butter simit cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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