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Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Calories
Savory cheese and pumpkin pastry
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cheese and pumpkin poğaça (75 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 324 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.6 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 13.5 µg of Selenium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
243
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
28.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 11% · Fat 42%
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 243 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.57 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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 Cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 178 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 145 g | 470 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 583 kcal |
Calculated from 324 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese and pumpkin poğaça
What is cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça is a Turkish-style savory pastry filled with cheese and pumpkin, then baked in a soft dough. It combines the mild sweetness of pumpkin with the salty, tangy taste of cheese.
How do you make cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
To make cheese and pumpkin poğaça, fill rounds of poğaça dough with cooled pumpkin and crumbled cheese, seal them, and bake until golden. Cook and drain the pumpkin first so its moisture does not make the dough soggy.
What cheese works best in cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Feta-style cheese works well in cheese and pumpkin poğaça because its saltiness balances the pumpkin. Crumbly white cheese or ricotta-like curd cheese can also work, but drain wetter cheeses before mixing the filling.
Does cheese and pumpkin poğaça taste sweet or savory?
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça tastes savory with a gentle sweetness from the pumpkin. Salty cheese keeps the filling from tasting like dessert; use a firmer, tangier cheese if you want that contrast to stand out.
Why does cheese and pumpkin poğaça turn soggy inside?
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça can turn soggy when the pumpkin filling contains too much water. Cook the pumpkin until tender, drain it well, and let the filling cool before shaping the pastries.
Can you make cheese and pumpkin poğaça without yeast?
Yes, you can make cheese and pumpkin poğaça with baking-powder dough instead of yeast dough. The result is quicker to prepare and more crumbly, while yeast dough gives the pastry a softer, bread-like texture.
How should you store cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Store cheese and pumpkin poğaça in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Because the filling contains cheese, do not leave the pastries out for an extended period; reheat them briefly in an oven before serving.
Can you freeze cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Yes, cheese and pumpkin poğaça freezes well after baking. Cool the pastries completely, wrap them individually, and freeze; thaw and reheat in the oven to restore a better texture than microwave reheating usually gives.
What can you serve with cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Serve cheese and pumpkin poğaça warm with tea, a simple salad, or fresh vegetables. It works as a Turkish-style breakfast or snack, and its savory filling means it does not need a sweet accompaniment.
Which herbs and spices go well in cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Black pepper, a little chili, and dill all suit cheese and pumpkin poğaça. Use them lightly so they complement rather than overpower the pumpkin and cheese; sweet spices such as cinnamon can make the filling taste dessert-like.
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
B3
1.73mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
131mg · 19% DV
Sodium
315mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
135mg · 4% DV
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese and pumpkin poğaça
To burn the 243 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 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 Cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça is a Turkish savoury pastry, made with poğaça dough and cheese, with pumpkin mixed into the dough or used in the filling. The cheese brings a salty, savoury note, while pumpkin adds gentle sweetness; the baked pastry is usually soft and tender. In Turkey, poğaça is a familiar breakfast or tea-time choice, and this version also works as a portable snack. Serve it warm or at room temperature, perhaps with tea or a simple salad.
It is a filling combination of pastry, fat and carbohydrates, with some protein from the cheese. For a lighter meal, pair a piece with fresh vegetables rather than another rich side.
How Nutritious Is Cheese and pumpkin poğaça?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Cheese and pumpkin poğaça 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 Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cheese and pumpkin poğaça Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 35:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (35:1).
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