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Classic Turkish pastry, cheese filling, baked in tray with phyllo dough
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Cheese Tray Börek (80 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.8 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 168 mg of Calcium covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese Tray Börek is a Turkish tray-baked pastry made by layering thin yufka sheets with a savoury cheese filling. The top turns crisp and golden in the oven, while the middle stays soft and flaky; the cheese brings a pleasantly salty tang against the buttery pastry.
In Turkey, it is commonly cut into squares for breakfast, afternoon tea or a shared table, and is enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Outside Turkey, it works well as a brunch dish or a substantial savoury snack, perhaps with salad or sliced tomatoes to balance its richness. It supplies carbohydrates and fat as well as some protein, so pair a moderate portion with fresh vegetables if you want a lighter meal.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
26g
· 9% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 15% · Fat 45%
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
110µg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Sodium
430mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 270 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.7:1).
Cheese Tray Börek is a Turkish baked pastry made by layering phyllo sheets with a cheese filling in a baking tray. It is cut into portions and baked until the top is golden, with a tender, savory center.
To make Cheese Tray Börek, layer phyllo in an oiled tray, adding crumbled cheese between sheets and brushing or drizzling with a milk-and-egg mixture. Top with phyllo, score into portions, and bake until browned and cooked through.
A crumbly, moderately salty white cheese works especially well in Cheese Tray Börek. Feta is a convenient substitute, while ricotta-style cheese can be mixed with a firmer cheese for a less salty, creamier filling.
Keep Cheese Tray Börek from getting soggy by using only enough liquid mixture to moisten the phyllo, not soak it. Drain wet cheese first, bake in a fully preheated oven, and let the cooked börek rest uncovered.
Yes, frozen phyllo works for Cheese Tray Börek once it has thawed completely according to its package directions. Keep the sheets covered with a barely damp towel while assembling, since exposed phyllo dries and cracks quickly.
Bake Cheese Tray Börek in a preheated oven at about 180–200°C (350–400°F), adjusting to suit your oven and the recipe. It is ready when the center is cooked and the top is deeply golden, not just pale brown.
Yes, Cheese Tray Börek freezes well either baked or unbaked. Wrap cooled portions airtight to prevent freezer burn; thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating, or bake an unbaked tray from frozen for longer, until fully cooked.
Reheat Cheese Tray Börek in an oven or toaster oven rather than a microwave. Dry heat brings back some crispness; place individual pieces on a baking sheet and warm them until hot throughout, without covering them.
Serve Cheese Tray Börek with a crisp green salad, sliced tomatoes, or plain yogurt to balance its rich pastry and cheese filling. It also works as a brunch dish alongside tea, fruit, or other savory breakfast foods.
Yes, assemble Cheese Tray Börek ahead, cover it, and refrigerate it overnight before baking. Keep it chilled because the filling contains cheese and egg; bake it when you are ready to serve for the freshest, crispest layers.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.