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Compost Cookie Calories
Detailed nutrition analysis with calories, glycemic index, vitamins and minerals.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Compost Cookie (60 g) has 282 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 39 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Compost Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
282
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
39g
· 14% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 4% · Fat 41%
Compost Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 222 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Compost Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 423 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 564 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 564 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Compost Cookie
What is a Compost Cookie?
A Compost Cookie is a sweet cookie mixed with a jumble of crunchy, salty, and sweet add-ins. Recipes often combine chocolate with ingredients such as pretzels, potato chips, or oats, but there is no single required mix.
Why is it called a Compost Cookie?
The name is a playful reference to tossing assorted snack bits together, not to actual compost or spoiled food. The idea is to use a mix of sweet and savory add-ins in one cookie.
Who created the Compost Cookie?
Christina Tosi of New York’s Milk Bar is widely associated with popularizing the Compost Cookie. Her version became known for combining chocolate with salty, crunchy snacks, though recipes and ingredient combinations vary.
What goes into a Milk Bar Compost Cookie?
Milk Bar-style Compost Cookies are known for mixing sweet ingredients such as chocolate chips with salty snacks like potato chips and pretzels. Some versions also use oats or coffee, so check the specific recipe rather than assuming every cookie has the same mix.
How do you make Compost Cookies at home?
To make Compost Cookies, fold a mix of chocolate and crunchy salty add-ins into cookie dough, then chill and bake the portions. Avoid crushing the snacks too finely: leaving pieces intact gives the cookies their signature varied texture.
Can you taste the potato chips in a Compost Cookie?
Yes, potato chips add a noticeable salty crunch to a Compost Cookie, especially when larger pieces remain in the dough. They do not make the cookie taste like a savory snack on their own; chocolate and sweet dough balance them.
What can you use instead of pretzels in a Compost Cookie?
Crackers or another crisp, salty snack can replace pretzels in a Compost Cookie. Keep the substitute roughly similar in texture, and avoid adding too much: an excess of dry mix-ins can make the dough crumbly.
Should Compost Cookie dough be chilled before baking?
Yes, chilling Compost Cookie dough before baking helps limit spreading and gives the add-ins time to firm up in the dough. Follow the recipe’s chilling instructions, since dough with lots of mix-ins can bake unevenly if it is too warm.
How long do Compost Cookies stay fresh?
Compost Cookies generally stay fresh for about three to four days in an airtight container at room temperature. Their crunchy mix-ins may soften over time, so they have the best texture soon after baking.
Can you freeze Compost Cookies?
Yes, baked Compost Cookies can be frozen in a sealed freezer-safe container or bag once completely cool. Thaw them at room temperature before serving; potato chips and pretzels may lose some of their crunch after freezing.
Compost Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.26µg · 4% DV
B3
0.66mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
222mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.14mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.3µg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Compost Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Compost Cookie
To burn the 282 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Compost Cookie?
Despite its name, a Compost Cookie is not made from compost. It is an American-style cookie that brings a mix of sweet and salty snack foods into one dough, popularised by New York’s Milk Bar. Recipes vary, but chocolate chips might be paired with pretzels, potato chips or crunchy cereal for a deliberately varied bite.
The edges are usually crisp while the middle stays soft and chewy, with different textures in each mouthful. In the US it is often enjoyed as a bakery treat or dessert; elsewhere, it also works with coffee or tea as an occasional snack. It is energy-dense, with 470 kcal per 100 g, so a piece can be satisfying on its own. Pair it with an unsweetened drink if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Compost 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 Compost Cookie Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Compost Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Compost Cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Compost Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.2:1).
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