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Long, slightly irregular, sausage-shaped strands with whole walnuts faintly visible beneath a smooth, matte coating in deep amber to reddish brown, arranged on a plain plate.

Curchil Calories

Sweet, buttery, traditional cookie

In season: Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

480kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Curchil (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.4 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Curchil Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g

144

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

20.4g

· 7% DV

Protein

1.8g

· 4% DV

Fat

6g

· 8% 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 57% · Protein 5% · Fat 38%

Curchil nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories144 kcal
Total fat6 g8%
Saturated fat2.4 g12%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium75 mg3%
Total carbohydrate20.4 g7%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein1.8 g4%

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 Curchil?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)30 g144 kcal
1 piece (extra small)15 g72 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g96 kcal
1 serving (medium)40 g192 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g240 kcal
2 piece (double)60 g288 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)70 g336 kcal
100 g100 g480 kcal
1 pack (whole)120 g576 kcal

Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Curchil

What is Curchil?

Curchil is a traditional sweet, buttery cookie. Recipes may vary, so its precise shape and texture are not necessarily the same in every household or local version.

What does Curchil taste like?

Curchil is sweet and buttery, with a cookie-like baked flavor. Its texture can vary by recipe, so one version may be more crisp while another is more tender.

What ingredients are used in Curchil?

Curchil recipes use flour, butter, and sugar, and may include egg. The exact ingredient list can vary, so check the recipe or product details if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.

How do you make Curchil?

To make Curchil, combine a flour-based dough with butter and sugar, shape it, and bake it; some recipes also use egg. Avoid overworking the dough, which can make a tender cookie tougher.

How should you serve Curchil?

Serve Curchil on its own or alongside tea or coffee. Its sweet, buttery flavor pairs well with unsweetened drinks, and serving it after it has cooled helps preserve its texture.

Why does Curchil crumble?

Curchil can crumble if it is overbaked, if the dough does not hold together well, or if you move it while it is still hot. Let the cookies cool on the tray before transferring them.

How do you store Curchil cookies?

Once fully cool, store Curchil in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing the cookies while warm traps steam and can make their texture soft or damp.

Can you freeze Curchil?

Yes, you can freeze Curchil after it has cooled completely. Place the cookies in a sealed freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed, then thaw them at room temperature before serving.

Can you make Curchil with less sugar?

Yes, you can reduce the sugar in a homemade Curchil recipe, but changing it too much may affect both sweetness and texture. Keep the butter and flour proportions in mind when adjusting a recipe.

How can you tell when Curchil is done baking?

Curchil is ready when the cookies look set and the edges begin to color lightly; they may still feel soft straight from the oven. Let them cool before judging the final texture, since they firm up as they rest.

Curchil Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.04mg · 3% DV

B12

0.06µg · 3% DV

B3

0.36mg · 2% DV

B5

0.11mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Selenium

1.8µg · 3% DV

Sodium

75mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Phosphorus

17mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

27mg · 1% DV

Curchil Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14.4
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Curchil

To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):

🚶

36min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

15min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

20min

Cycling

🏊

17min

Swimming

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

What is Curchil?

Curchil is a traditional sweet, buttery cookie, generally made with flour, sugar and butter. Recipes and the name can vary by region, so it is best not to assign it a single origin without more specific information. Baking gives it a tender, crumbly bite, with a rich buttery flavour.

Enjoy it with tea or coffee as a small treat; the exact occasion depends on the local tradition and household. It is energy-dense, with 480 calories per 100 g, so a piece alongside an unsweetened drink makes a satisfying snack without turning it into a full dessert. If you are baking it at home, smaller cookies make portions easy to manage.

How Nutritious Is Curchil?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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 Curchil 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 Curchil Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Curchil 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

Curchil Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.4g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.75g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.