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A layered pastry made with dry yufka and cheese, with moderately high energy and sodium content.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cheese Börek with Dry Yufka (120 g) has 336 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 11 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
336
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
11g
· 22% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 13% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 336 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.8 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
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) | 120 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 60 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 75 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 364 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 476 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Cheese börek with dry yufka is a layered Turkish pastry made by softening dried yufka sheets, filling them with cheese, and baking them until golden. The dry sheets need moisture before baking so they become tender rather than brittle.
To make cheese börek with dry yufka, briefly soften the sheets with water or a milk-based mixture, then layer them in a baking dish with crumbled cheese. Brush the top with an egg mixture and bake until the layers are cooked and browned.
Soften dry yufka for cheese börek by sprinkling or brushing it lightly with water, milk, or a yogurt-based mixture. Add moisture gradually: the sheets should bend without cracking, but soaking them can make the finished börek soggy.
Feta-style white cheese is a common choice for cheese börek with dry yufka, and it can be mixed with lor or ricotta-style curds for a milder filling. Drain wet cheese first, since excess moisture can soften the pastry too much.
Cheese börek with dry yufka can turn soggy if the sheets are soaked heavily or the cheese filling releases too much liquid. Moisten the yufka just enough to make it pliable, drain the cheese, and bake until the layers are set.
Cheese börek with dry yufka cracks when the sheets are still too brittle to fold or layer. Lightly moisten each sheet and give it a short moment to soften before handling; avoid pulling it apart while it is dry.
Yes, you can assemble cheese börek with dry yufka ahead and refrigerate it before baking. Keep the moisture mixture light so the pastry does not turn mushy while it waits, and bake it thoroughly before serving.
Store leftover cheese börek with dry yufka in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to bring back some crispness; a microwave tends to soften the layers.
Yes, cheese börek with dry yufka can be frozen after baking and cooling. Wrap portions well to limit freezer exposure, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat in the oven so the pastry regains a crisp surface.
Cheese börek with dry yufka pairs well with a fresh salad, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers, or olives. For a Turkish-style breakfast or brunch, serve it warm with tea; its savory cheese filling also works as a light meal with greens.
Vitamins
B12
0.96µg · 40% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Folate
66µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
156mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cheese börek with dry yufka is a Turkish-style layered pastry made by softening sheets of dried yufka, filling them with cheese and baking until golden. The pastry turns crisp at the edges while the cheese keeps the centre tender and savoury; the exact flavour depends on the cheese and how much fat is used.
In Turkey, it is commonly served warm for breakfast, alongside tea, or as a snack. It is relatively energy-dense and provides some protein, while its saltiness can vary with the cheese. For a lighter plate, pair a piece with a fresh salad or sliced tomatoes and cucumber, and go easy on added oil.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.