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Butter sweet cookie Calories
Buttery, sweet, crisp cookie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Butter sweet cookie (12 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 502 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Butter sweet cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
60
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 5% · Fat 44%
Butter sweet cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.79 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 sweet cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 12 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 18 g | 90 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 24 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 151 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 48 g | 241 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 452 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 502 kcal |
Calculated from 502 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter sweet cookie
How do you make a butter sweet cookie?
A butter sweet cookie is typically made by mixing butter and sugar, adding egg and flour, shaping the dough, and baking until lightly golden. Avoid overmixing once the flour goes in; that helps keep the cookies tender and crisp rather than tough.
Why do butter sweet cookies spread too much?
Butter sweet cookies often spread when the butter is too warm, the dough is soft, or the baking sheet is still hot. Chill the shaped dough before baking and use a cool tray; melted butter can also make the cookies spread more than intended.
How should you store butter sweet cookies to keep them crisp?
Let butter sweet cookies cool completely, then keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Putting warm cookies away traps steam and softens them. If they lose their crispness, briefly warming them in the oven can help restore it.
Can you freeze butter sweet cookie dough?
Yes, butter sweet cookie dough freezes well. Shape it into a flat disk or portion the dough first, wrap it tightly, and thaw it in the refrigerator before baking. Dough that is still very firm may need a few minutes at room temperature before shaping.
Should butter sweet cookie dough be chilled before baking?
Chilling butter sweet cookie dough is useful when it feels soft or sticky, because firmer dough is easier to shape and less likely to spread. It is not essential for every recipe, so follow the recipe if it specifically calls for baking the dough right away.
Why are my butter sweet cookies hard instead of crisp?
Butter sweet cookies can turn hard if they contain too much flour, are overmixed, or bake for too long. Measure flour carefully and take the cookies out when their edges are set but the centers still feel slightly soft; they firm up as they cool.
Can you freeze baked butter sweet cookies?
Yes, baked butter sweet cookies can be frozen once they are completely cool. Pack them in an airtight freezer-safe container with parchment between layers, then thaw them while still covered to reduce condensation. Their texture may be a little less crisp after thawing.
Can you make butter sweet cookies without eggs?
Yes, you can make butter sweet cookies without eggs, but the result may be more crumbly because eggs help bind the dough. Use a recipe designed to be egg-free rather than simply omitting the egg from a standard recipe.
Why are butter sweet cookies soft when they come out of the oven?
Butter sweet cookies are often soft straight from the oven and become firmer as they cool. Leave them on the baking sheet briefly so they can set, then transfer them to a rack. Baking until they feel completely firm can make them overly dry.
What can you serve with butter sweet cookies?
Butter sweet cookies pair well with tea, coffee, or a glass of milk. Their buttery sweetness also works with tart fruit or plain yogurt for a simple snack. Serve them fully cooled so their crisp texture holds up alongside the drink.
Butter sweet cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
21.6µg · 2% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Selenium
1.32µg · 2% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.25mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
11mg · 0% DV
Butter sweet cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter sweet cookie
To burn the 60 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 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 Butter sweet cookie?
Butter sweet cookie is a simple Turkish-style bake made with flour, butter and sugar, shaped and baked until set. Recipes vary between home kitchens and bakeries, and may include egg or vanilla for extra richness and aroma.
The butter gives it a fragrant, rich taste and a crisp, crumbly bite. In Turkey it is commonly served with tea, as an afternoon treat or when welcoming guests; it also pairs well with coffee. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its nutrition coming from fat and carbohydrates rather than protein or fibre. A 100 g portion provides 502 kcal. For a lighter snack, keep the portion small and enjoy it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Butter sweet 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 sweet 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 sweet cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter sweet 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 sweet cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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