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Crescent Kavala Cookie Calories
Almond, powdered sugar, crumbly cookie
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Crescent Kavala Cookie (30 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 510 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.2 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 8.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Vitamin E covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Crescent Kavala Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
153
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
16.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
8.7g
· 11% 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 43% · Protein 6% · Fat 51%
Crescent Kavala Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.7 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.34 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
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 Crescent Kavala Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 230 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 459 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 510 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 765 kcal |
Calculated from 510 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crescent Kavala Cookie
What is a Crescent Kavala Cookie?
A Crescent Kavala Cookie is an almond cookie associated with the city of Kavala in Greece. Its signature texture comes from toasted flour, and it is commonly shaped like a crescent and coated with powdered sugar after baking.
Where did Crescent Kavala Cookies originate?
Crescent Kavala Cookies are named after Kavala, a city in northern Greece, and are traditionally associated with its local baking. They are also widely enjoyed in Turkey, where bakeries sell them as crumbly, almond-filled cookies dusted with powdered sugar.
How do you make Crescent Kavala Cookies?
Crescent Kavala Cookies are made by toasting flour, letting it cool, and mixing it with almonds and the other dough ingredients. Shape the dough into crescents, bake until set, then coat the cooled cookies with powdered sugar so they keep their shape.
Why is the flour toasted in Crescent Kavala Cookies?
Toasted flour gives Crescent Kavala Cookies their characteristic nutty aroma and delicate, sandy crumb. Stir the flour as it toasts and stop before it darkens too much; scorched flour can make the finished cookies taste bitter.
Are Crescent Kavala Cookies the same as kourabiedes?
No, Crescent Kavala Cookies and kourabiedes are related but distinct Greek-style cookies. Both may contain almonds and powdered sugar, but Kavala cookies are known for toasted flour and a crescent shape, while kourabiedes are typically richer butter cookies made in varied shapes.
Why do Crescent Kavala Cookies crumble so easily?
Crescent Kavala Cookies crumble because their toasted-flour dough is designed to be tender and low in moisture. Handle the shaped cookies gently before and just after baking, when they are especially fragile, and let them cool fully before coating or storing.
Why are Crescent Kavala Cookies shaped like crescents?
Crescent shaping is the familiar presentation for Crescent Kavala Cookies, rather than a requirement for their flavor. The crumbly dough is easiest to handle when shaped gently; some bakers make smaller or rounded versions instead.
How should you store Crescent Kavala Cookies?
Store Crescent Kavala Cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep the container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture, which can soften the cookies and make their powdered-sugar coating damp.
Can you freeze Crescent Kavala Cookies?
Yes, Crescent Kavala Cookies can be frozen. For the neatest finish, freeze them before adding the powdered-sugar coating, then thaw them at room temperature and dust with sugar before serving.
What do you serve with Crescent Kavala Cookies?
Crescent Kavala Cookies pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances their sweet coating and almond flavor. They are commonly served as a small treat alongside a hot drink rather than as a frosted dessert.
Crescent Kavala Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.96mg · 6% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
Crescent Kavala Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Crescent Kavala Cookie
To burn the 153 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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 Crescent Kavala Cookie?
Crescent Kavala Cookie takes its name from Kavala, a city in northern Greece. It is a crescent-shaped biscuit typically made with flour, butter, almonds and powdered sugar. Toasted almonds give it a warm, nutty aroma, while its delicate, crumbly texture makes it easy to enjoy with a hot drink.
In Greece it is often served with coffee or tea, and it also works well as a small treat for guests. Across the English-speaking world, pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 510 calories per 100 g, so one medium cookie makes a satisfying portion alongside a drink.
How Nutritious Is Crescent Kavala 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 Crescent Kavala 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 Crescent Kavala Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Crescent Kavala Cookie Good For?
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
Crescent Kavala Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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