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Date-filled Kombe Cookie Calories
Traditional date-filled cookie, source of fiber and natural sugars
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date-filled Kombe Cookie (35 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.1 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 4.7 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date-filled Kombe Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
144
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
23.1g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.7g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 5% · Fat 30%
Date-filled Kombe Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.7 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.12 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.8 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 Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 431 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date-filled Kombe Cookie
What is a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
A Date-filled Kombe Cookie is a traditional filled cookie made with dough wrapped around a date paste center. Kombe is associated with southeastern Turkish baking, and its patterned surface is often made with a special cookie mold.
Where does the Date-filled Kombe Cookie come from?
Kombe is especially associated with Hatay in southern Turkey, where it is made for sharing and special occasions. Date-filled versions are one variation; family recipes differ in their spices, shape, and filling.
How do you make a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
To make a Date-filled Kombe Cookie, prepare and rest the dough, wrap it around date paste, then press it into a kombe mold or shape it by hand. Bake until the outside is set and lightly golden.
What spices are used in a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
A Date-filled Kombe Cookie may be flavored with cinnamon and a regional kombe spice blend; recipes can also use ingredients such as cloves or mahleb. There is no single fixed blend, so the aroma varies between family recipes.
What is the difference between a Date-filled Kombe Cookie and ma’amoul?
Both are filled cookies, but a Date-filled Kombe Cookie belongs to Turkish kombe baking and is often identified by its patterned mold and regional spice blend. Ma’amoul is a separate Middle Eastern pastry tradition, commonly shaped with its own molds.
Can you make a Date-filled Kombe Cookie without a mold?
Yes, you can make a Date-filled Kombe Cookie without a mold. Seal the dough around the date filling and shape it by hand, or press a pattern into the top with a fork; the mold is for the traditional design.
What dates work best in a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
Soft, moist dates work well in a Date-filled Kombe Cookie because they mash into a smooth filling and are easier to shape. If the dates are firm, soften them before removing the pits and making the paste.
How should you store a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
Store a Date-filled Kombe Cookie only after it has cooled, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping the cookies away from moisture helps preserve their texture; discard any that develop mold or an unusual smell.
Can you freeze a Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
Yes, a Date-filled Kombe Cookie can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack the cookies in a sealed freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed, then thaw at room temperature before serving.
Why did my Date-filled Kombe Cookie crack in the oven?
A Date-filled Kombe Cookie may crack if the dough is too dry, the filling is overpacked, or the dough was not sealed around the dates. Keep the dough pliable and fully enclose the filling before molding and baking.
Date-filled Kombe Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
95mg · 3% DV
Sodium
28mg · 1% DV
Date-filled Kombe Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date-filled Kombe Cookie
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Date-filled Kombe Cookie?
Date-filled Kombe Cookie is a Turkish take on kombe, a spiced, molded cookie associated especially with Hatay and nearby southeastern regions. Its dough is shaped around a sweet date filling, and patterned wooden molds often give the outside its distinctive finish. The cookie is usually crisp or lightly firm at the edges, with a softer, fruity centre and warm spice notes. In Turkey it is commonly offered with tea and served to guests during festive visits; it also pairs well with Turkish coffee. Dates contribute fibre, while the pastry and filling make it an energy-dense sweet. Enjoying one with an unsweetened drink is a simple way to keep the serving modest.
How Nutritious Is Date-filled Kombe 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 Date-filled Kombe 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 Date-filled Kombe Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date-filled Kombe 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
Date-filled Kombe Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 74:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (74:1).
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