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Date holiday cookie Calories
Sweet festive cookie with date filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Date holiday cookie (35 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 452 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Date holiday cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
158
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 5% · Fat 39%
Date holiday cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.83 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 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 Date holiday cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 18 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 22 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 226 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 316 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 452 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 475 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 633 kcal |
Calculated from 452 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date holiday cookie
How do you make date holiday cookies?
Date holiday cookies are made by enclosing a sweet date filling in cookie dough and baking until set. Chop or mash pitted dates for a smooth filling, and seal each piece well so the filling does not leak onto the baking tray.
What dates work best in date holiday cookies?
Soft, fleshy dates are easiest to mash and make a moist filling for date holiday cookies. If yours are firm or dry, soak them briefly in hot water, then drain thoroughly before chopping so the filling does not make the dough soggy.
Why does the filling leak out of date holiday cookies?
The filling usually leaks from date holiday cookies when the dough seam is poorly sealed or the filling is too wet. Keep the date mixture thick, leave a clean border around it, and pinch the dough closed before placing each cookie seam-side down.
Can you make date holiday cookies with date paste?
Yes, date paste works well in date holiday cookies and saves the time needed to mash whole dates. Use a thick paste rather than a runny syrup, and add only a modest amount so the dough can close around the filling.
How should you shape date holiday cookies so the filling stays inside?
Shape date holiday cookies by flattening a small piece of dough, placing the filling in the center, then bringing the edges together and pinching them shut. Roll the seam gently between your fingers and place it underneath on the baking sheet.
What spices go well in date holiday cookies?
Cinnamon and cardamom pair especially well with the caramel-like flavor of dates in date holiday cookies. Add a little to the filling or dough; a restrained amount lets the date flavor remain the main taste.
Can date holiday cookies be made ahead for a celebration?
Yes, date holiday cookies can be baked ahead and stored once completely cool. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature so they are ready to serve, and avoid packing them while warm because trapped steam softens their texture.
Can you freeze date holiday cookies?
Yes, baked date holiday cookies can be frozen after cooling completely. Pack them in a sealed freezer-safe container with baking paper between layers, thaw at room temperature, and warm briefly in the oven if you prefer them freshly crisp.
Why are my date holiday cookies dry or crumbly?
Date holiday cookies turn dry or crumbly when the dough has too much flour, is overworked, or stays in the oven too long. Mix only until the dough comes together, and take the cookies out when they are set rather than deeply browned.
What can you serve with date holiday cookies?
Date holiday cookies pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances the sweetness of the filling. For a dessert spread, serve them alongside fresh fruit or plain yogurt rather than another heavily sweetened treat.
Date holiday cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.56mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.05µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.49mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.15µg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
Date holiday cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date holiday cookie
To burn the 158 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 holiday cookie?
A date holiday cookie is a festive filled biscuit made with sweet date paste enclosed in cookie dough. This style of homemade treat is associated with Turkish Bayram celebrations, when trays of sweets are prepared to share with visiting family and guests. Recipes and shapes vary from household to household.
The filling is soft, rich and naturally caramel-like, while the outer layer may be tender or lightly crisp. In Turkey it is commonly offered with tea during holiday visits; elsewhere, it also works well with coffee or as a small dessert to share. It is a sweet, energy-dense treat, so serving one small piece alongside fruit or unsweetened tea keeps the snack simple.
How Nutritious Is Date holiday 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 holiday 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 holiday cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Date holiday 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 holiday cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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