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Cornflour cookie Calories
Traditional cookie made with cornflour, typically contains butter and sugar.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cornflour cookie (25 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.3 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cornflour cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
110
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
16.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
Cornflour cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.88 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 Cornflour cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 12 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 45 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 220 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 330 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cornflour cookie
What is a cornflour cookie made of?
A cornflour cookie is typically made with corn flour, butter and sugar, with recipes often adding egg and sometimes wheat flour. In this food’s name, cornflour means flour milled from maize, not just the starch sold as cornflour in some countries.
Can you use cornstarch instead of corn flour in a cornflour cookie?
No, not as a direct swap. Cornstarch is nearly pure starch, while corn flour is ground maize; replacing the flour with starch changes the cookie’s flavor and structure. Use the ingredient specified by the recipe.
Why do cornflour cookies turn out dry?
Cornflour cookies can turn dry when they are overbaked or the dough has too much flour for its amount of butter and egg. Take them out when the edges have set, and let them finish firming up on the tray.
Are cornflour cookies supposed to be crumbly?
Yes, a cornflour cookie can have a tender, slightly crumbly texture because corn flour does not form the same stretchy structure as wheat flour. It should still hold its shape; excessive crumbling often points to dry dough or overbaking.
Can you make cornflour cookies without wheat flour?
Yes, some cornflour cookie recipes use no wheat flour, but the texture may be more delicate and crumbly. Choose a recipe designed for corn flour alone rather than simply removing wheat flour from a standard cookie recipe.
Why do cornflour cookies spread in the oven?
Cornflour cookies may spread if the butter is very soft, the dough is warm, or the baking tray is hot. Chill the shaped dough before baking and place it on a cool tray to help the cookies keep their shape.
Do cornflour cookies need to be chilled before baking?
Not always, but chilling cornflour cookie dough can make it easier to shape and help limit spreading. Follow the recipe if it specifies a chilling time, since a dough with a high butter content benefits most from staying cold.
Can you freeze baked cornflour cookies?
Yes, baked cornflour cookies can be frozen once completely cool. Store them in a sealed freezer-safe container with layers separated so they do not break or stick together; thaw them at room temperature before serving.
How should you store cornflour cookies to keep them crisp?
Store cornflour cookies only after they have cooled fully, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Warm cookies release steam inside the container, which can soften their texture; keep them separate from moist foods.
Are cornflour cookies the same as shortbread?
No, a cornflour cookie is not automatically shortbread. Shortbread is defined by its traditional butter-based dough, while a cornflour cookie is identified by its use of maize flour; some recipes may share ingredients and a crumbly texture.
Cornflour cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.45mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.28mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
12mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.28mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
16mg · 0% DV
Cornflour cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cornflour cookie
To burn the 110 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Cornflour cookie?
A cornflour cookie is a home-baked Turkish sweet made with cornflour, usually combined with butter and sugar; some recipes also use other flours. Baking gives it a lightly golden outside and a tender, crumbly texture, with a gentle corn flavour rather than the pronounced sweetness of some iced cookies.
In Turkey, these cookies are often served with tea or offered to guests alongside other homemade bakes. They are mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively little protein. If you’d like a lighter treat, choose a smaller portion and enjoy it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Cornflour 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 Cornflour cookie 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 Cornflour cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cornflour cookie 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
Cornflour cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.