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Frozen Cheese Börek Calories
Cheese-filled, ready-to-bake frozen börek
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Frozen Cheese Börek (80 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 144 mg of Calcium covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Frozen Cheese Börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
228
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 12% · Fat 45%
Frozen Cheese Börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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 Frozen Cheese Börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 456 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Cheese Börek
What is the best way to cook frozen cheese börek?
Bake frozen cheese börek in a preheated oven, arranging the pieces in a single layer until the pastry is golden and the filling is hot. Follow the package directions for the exact temperature and cooking time, since products differ.
Can you cook frozen cheese börek in an air fryer?
Yes, frozen cheese börek can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange the pieces with space around them and check early, because air-fryer models and börek sizes vary; the pastry should be crisp and the center hot.
What is frozen cheese börek?
Frozen cheese börek is a ready-to-bake pastry made with thin dough layers and a cheese filling. Börek is found across Turkish and neighboring cuisines, with regional variations in its shape, dough, filling, and method of preparation.
Should you thaw frozen cheese börek before baking it?
Usually, frozen cheese börek can go straight into the oven, but follow the package instructions for your product. Thawing may soften the pastry and make it harder to get a crisp, well-baked result.
Is frozen cheese börek already cooked?
No, frozen cheese börek sold ready to bake still needs to be cooked before eating. Bake it as directed until the pastry is browned and the cheese filling is hot throughout.
Why does the filling leak out of frozen cheese börek?
The filling can escape from frozen cheese börek if a seam opens during baking or the pastry is handled roughly after thawing. Bake it from frozen when directed, place it seam-side down if possible, and avoid crowding the pieces.
Can you microwave frozen cheese börek?
You can heat frozen cheese börek in a microwave, but the pastry is likely to turn soft rather than crisp. For a flaky exterior, use an oven or air fryer; microwave heating is more useful when crispness is not important.
What cheese is used in frozen cheese börek?
The cheese in frozen cheese börek varies by brand and recipe. Common choices include white brined cheese, similar to feta, or other mild cheeses; check the ingredient list if you need to know the specific cheese used.
What should you serve with frozen cheese börek?
Serve frozen cheese börek with a fresh salad, plain yogurt, or sliced vegetables to balance the rich pastry. In Turkey, börek is also commonly enjoyed with tea, making it a popular breakfast or snack.
How should you store leftover frozen cheese börek after baking?
Refrigerate leftover cooked cheese börek in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness; microwaving tends to soften the pastry.
Frozen Cheese Börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.32µg · 13% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
72µg · 8% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
432mg · 19% DV
Calcium
144mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Frozen Cheese Börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Frozen Cheese Börek
To burn the 228 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Frozen Cheese Börek?
Frozen Cheese Börek is a ready-to-bake pastry made with thin sheets of dough wrapped around a cheese filling. Börek is associated with Turkish cuisine and is also popular across the Balkans and parts of the eastern Mediterranean, with local variations in the dough and filling.
Once baked, its layers turn crisp and flaky while the centre stays soft and savoury. Serve it warm for breakfast or a snack, with tea, or alongside salad as part of a light meal. It is fairly energy-dense, providing 285 kcal per 100 g, with some protein from the cheese. For an easier meal, pair a piece with fresh vegetables and follow the package directions rather than adding extra oil.
How Nutritious Is Frozen Cheese Börek?
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 Frozen Cheese Börek 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 Frozen Cheese Börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Frozen Cheese Börek 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
Frozen Cheese Börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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