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Energy-dense, fiber-rich sweet snack with butter
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Dried figs with butter (34 g) has 113 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 20 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 34 g
113
KCAL / 34G
Carbs
20g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 4% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 113 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 34 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 17 g | 56 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 38 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 133 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 51 g | 169 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 199 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 68 g | 226 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 76 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 299 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
Dried figs with butter are made by gently cooking chopped dried figs in melted butter until softened and glossy. If the figs are very firm, soak them briefly in warm water and drain them well first; chopped walnuts are an optional addition.
Dried figs with butter pair well with walnuts, plain yogurt, or clotted cream. Serve them as a small dessert or sweet side; their rich, sweet flavor is usually enough without adding syrup or extra sugar.
No, soaking is not essential for dried figs with butter. Briefly soaking very hard figs in warm water helps them soften faster in the pan; drain them thoroughly before adding them to hot butter to reduce splattering.
Yes, walnuts are a common and fitting addition to dried figs with butter. Stir in chopped walnuts near the end of cooking so they warm through and keep their texture rather than becoming over-toasted.
Dried figs with butter are a simple home-style preparation rather than one single standardized dessert recipe. Turkish cooks commonly soften dried figs with butter and may add walnuts, then serve the mixture as a sweet snack or dessert.
Yes, dried figs with butter can be eaten at breakfast as a sweet accompaniment. Because the combination is rich, enjoy a modest serving alongside less-sweet foods rather than treating it as a replacement for a balanced breakfast.
Store leftover dried figs with butter in a sealed container in the refrigerator once cooled. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it develops mold, an unusual smell, or an unexpected texture.
Yes, dried figs with butter can be reheated gently in a pan over low heat, stirring so they warm evenly. If they have become too firm, add a small splash of water rather than more butter.
Fresh figs can be cooked with butter, but the result is not the same as dried figs with butter. Fresh figs contain more moisture and soften quickly, so cook them briefly and expect a juicier, less concentrated flavor.
Dried figs with butter can contribute to weight gain when portions are large or frequent because dried fruit and butter make a rich, energy-dense snack. Keeping the serving small makes it easier to enjoy as an occasional sweet.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
32.3µg · 4% DV
B12
0.06µg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
207mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Calcium
49mg · 5% DV
Sodium
31mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 113 calories in 2 piece (medium) (34 g):
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Dried figs with butter are a simple sweet made by warming dried figs in butter until they soften and take on a fragrant, lightly toasted finish. The fruit’s concentrated sweetness needs little embellishment, making this an easy home-style treat rather than a baked dessert.
Serve it warm as a small dessert or snack, or alongside tea or coffee; in places where dried figs are commonly eaten, it also fits naturally on a breakfast table. The figs stay pleasantly chewy while the butter makes each bite richer. It is energy-dense but provides fibre: a 100 g portion has 9.1 g. For a lighter serving, use just a little butter and pair a modest portion with plain yogurt.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.