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Erzurum Ketesi Calories
Traditional Erzurum pastry, rich in butter, filling
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Erzurum Ketesi (90 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Erzurum Ketesi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
333
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
46.8g
· 17% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 9% · Fat 34%
Erzurum Ketesi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 6.48 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
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 Erzurum Ketesi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 259 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 481 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Erzurum Ketesi
What is Erzurum Ketesi?
Erzurum Ketesi is a traditional pastry from Erzurum in eastern Turkey, made with buttery dough and typically filled with flour toasted in butter. It is substantial and is commonly served as a savory, plain pastry rather than a dessert.
How do you make Erzurum Ketesi?
To make Erzurum Ketesi, prepare a buttery dough, fill portions with a cooled toasted-flour mixture, seal them, and bake until cooked through. Recipes vary in their dough and shaping, but the flour-and-butter filling is its defining feature.
What is inside Erzurum Ketesi?
Traditional Erzurum Ketesi is usually filled with flour toasted in butter, rather than fruit or sweet cream. The filling is enclosed in dough, so it becomes a soft, rich center; household recipes can differ in the proportions and type of fat.
Where does Erzurum Ketesi come from?
Erzurum Ketesi comes from Erzurum, a city in eastern Turkey. It is part of the region’s home-baking tradition and is often made in batches to serve with tea or keep on hand as a filling snack.
What does Erzurum Ketesi taste like?
Erzurum Ketesi tastes buttery and mildly savory, with a tender or lightly crisp exterior and a soft, toasted-flour filling. It is not usually very sweet, which is why it pairs naturally with tea rather than being treated like a dessert pastry.
How is Erzurum Ketesi different from other Turkish kete?
Erzurum Ketesi is especially associated with a filling of flour toasted in butter. Kete is made in several Turkish regions, and other versions may differ in their dough, shape, or filling, so the name does not describe one identical pastry everywhere.
Is Erzurum Ketesi eaten for breakfast?
Yes, Erzurum Ketesi can be eaten for breakfast, often with Turkish tea. Because it is rich and filling, it also works as a snack; it does not need a sweet topping, though serving customs vary from household to household.
Can Erzurum Ketesi be frozen?
Yes, Erzurum Ketesi freezes well when wrapped individually and sealed in a freezer-safe container. Thaw a piece and warm it briefly in the oven before serving; gentle reheating helps restore its texture without drying the pastry out.
How should you store Erzurum Ketesi?
Store Erzurum Ketesi in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. Keep it at room temperature for short-term use, or refrigerate it if the room is warm or you need to keep it longer; warm it gently before eating.
Why does Erzurum Ketesi turn hard?
Erzurum Ketesi can turn hard if its dough contains too much flour, is overworked, or is baked for too long. Keep the dough supple and watch the pastry near the end of baking, since excessive browning often means it is drying out.
Erzurum Ketesi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
72µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Iron
1.89mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
Erzurum Ketesi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Erzurum Ketesi
To burn the 333 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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 Erzurum Ketesi?
Erzurum Ketesi is a traditional pastry from Erzurum in eastern Turkey. It is made with wheat dough, commonly filled with flour toasted in butter, then folded and baked. Recipes vary between households and may differ in shape or filling, but the buttery dough is its hallmark.
The outside bakes lightly golden while the inside stays tender and rich. In Turkey, it is served at breakfast, with tea, or when welcoming guests; it also makes a substantial snack. It is filling and energy-dense, with plenty of carbohydrate and fat but comparatively little fibre. For a lighter snack, have a smaller piece alongside tea, plain yogurt, or fresh vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Erzurum Ketesi?
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 Erzurum Ketesi 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 Erzurum Ketesi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Erzurum Ketesi 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
Erzurum Ketesi Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.6:1).
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