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A rectangular wafer with thin, crisp golden layers alternating with dark cocoa filling, cut to reveal its striped cross-section and served on a plain plate.

Cocoa Gofter Calories

Soft, starchy, cocoa-flavored Turkish delight-like sweet

CALORIES · 100 G

340kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

35mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.3g

Quick answer

3 piece (medium) of Cocoa Gofter (36 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Cocoa Gofter Nutrition Facts

Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 36 g

122

KCAL / 36G

Carbs

29.2g

· 11% DV

Protein

0.4g

· 1% DV

Fat

0.9g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 1% · Fat 7%

Cocoa Gofter nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (36 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories122 kcal
Total fat0.9 g1%
Saturated fat0.43 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium2.88 mg0%
Total carbohydrate29.2 g11%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein0.4 g1%

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 3 Pieces of Cocoa Gofter?

ServingAmountCalories
3 piece (medium)36 g122 kcal
1 piece (small)12 g41 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g170 kcal
5 piece (large)60 g204 kcal
100 g100 g340 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)120 g408 kcal
1 pack (whole)200 g680 kcal

Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cocoa Gofter

What is cocoa gofter?

Cocoa gofter is a soft, starchy Turkish sweet with a cocoa flavor and a texture often compared with Turkish delight. It is a cocoa-flavored version of gofter, a regional confection associated especially with Kars, though recipes and textures vary.

How is cocoa gofter different from Turkish delight?

Cocoa gofter is not simply another name for Turkish delight. It tends to have a softer, more starchy, dough-like bite, while Turkish delight is usually more elastic and gel-like. Cocoa gives gofter a distinct flavor that classic lokum may not have.

Where does cocoa gofter come from?

Cocoa gofter comes from the Turkish gofter tradition, commonly associated with Kars in eastern Turkey. The cocoa version is a flavored variation rather than a separate international confection, and local or commercial recipes can differ in ingredients and texture.

What is cocoa gofter made from?

Cocoa gofter is built around a sweet, starch-based mixture flavored with cocoa. Sugar is commonly part of this kind of confection, but recipes and packaged products may include other ingredients too, so check the specific product’s ingredient list if you need exact details.

How do you make cocoa gofter at home?

To make cocoa gofter at home, cook a sweet starch mixture with cocoa until it thickens, then spread it out and let it cool and dry. The exact proportions and drying method vary, so the result may be softer or firmer than regional or shop-bought gofter.

What does cocoa gofter taste and feel like?

Cocoa gofter tastes sweet with a mild cocoa note and has a soft, dense, starchy chew. It is less like a crisp wafer than its name might suggest; its texture is closer to a soft confection, though individual recipes differ.

How should you serve cocoa gofter?

Serve cocoa gofter in small pieces as a sweet snack or dessert. It pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, whose slight bitterness balances its sweetness, and can also be offered alongside other Turkish confections.

How do you store cocoa gofter after opening?

Keep cocoa gofter in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after opening. Humidity can make its starchy surface sticky and alter its texture. Follow the package directions for any product-specific storage advice, and avoid leaving it exposed to air.

Can you freeze cocoa gofter?

Freezing cocoa gofter is usually unnecessary and may affect its soft, starchy texture when it thaws. Condensation can also make the pieces sticky. Store it sealed in a cool, dry place instead, unless the maker specifically recommends freezing.

Can people with diabetes eat cocoa gofter?

People with diabetes can include cocoa gofter only in a way that fits their individual blood-sugar plan; its sweet, starchy mixture can raise blood glucose. Anyone managing diabetes with medication or having difficulty controlling glucose should ask their clinician or dietitian about a suitable portion.

Cocoa Gofter Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

B5

0.01mg · 0% DV

Biotin

0.07µg · 0% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.18mg · 1% DV

Magnesium

3.6mg · 1% DV

Zinc

0.07mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

13mg · 0% DV

Sodium

2.88mg · 0% DV

Cocoa Gofter Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

22
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cocoa Gofter

To burn the 122 calories in 3 piece (medium) (36 g):

🚶

30min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cocoa Gofter?

Cocoa Gofter is a soft, chewy Turkish confection made with starch and flavoured with cocoa. Its tender, slightly stretchy bite is closer to Turkish delight than to a crisp wafer or a bar of chocolate, and the cocoa balances its pronounced sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served in small pieces with tea or added to a plate of assorted sweets; elsewhere, it works well as a small after-meal treat or alongside coffee.

It is mostly carbohydrate, with little protein and relatively little fat, so it is best enjoyed as a sweet rather than a filling snack. Share a few pieces with a hot drink, or keep the portion modest if you want something lighter.

How Nutritious Is Cocoa Gofter?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

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

19/ 100

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 Cocoa Gofter 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 Cocoa Gofter Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cocoa Gofter 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

Cocoa Gofter Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.43g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.25g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.04g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.