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Grandma's cookie Calories
Homestyle buttery cookie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Grandma's cookie (28 g) has 134 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.6 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 4.4 µg of Selenium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Grandma's cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 28 g
134
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
18.6g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 5% · Fat 40%
Grandma's cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 134 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.14 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 Grandma's cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 28 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 192 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 56 g | 269 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 84 g | 403 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grandma's cookie
What is Grandma's cookie?
Grandma's cookie is a home-style, buttery cookie rather than one fixed recipe. The name usually suggests a simple, familiar bake, and versions may vary in sweetness, shape, and flavorings such as vanilla or citrus.
How do you make Grandma's cookie from scratch?
To make Grandma's cookie, cream butter with sugar, mix in egg, then add flour gradually until a soft dough forms. Shape the dough and bake in a preheated oven until the edges are lightly golden; let the cookies cool before serving.
Why is Grandma's cookie called a grandma's cookie?
Grandma's cookie is called that because it evokes a traditional, homemade bake passed down through families. It does not refer to one universally agreed recipe, so the ingredients and texture can differ from one household's version to another.
How do you keep Grandma's cookie soft?
Keep Grandma's cookie soft by storing it only after it has cooled completely, in an airtight container at room temperature. Leaving the cookies uncovered lets them dry out; storing them while warm can trap steam and make them soggy.
Can you freeze Grandma's cookie dough?
Yes, Grandma's cookie dough can be frozen. Wrap it airtight, then thaw it in the refrigerator before shaping and baking. If you freeze shaped portions, arrange them so they do not stick together and allow for a little extra baking time.
Why does Grandma's cookie turn out dry and crumbly?
Grandma's cookie can turn dry and crumbly if too much flour is added or it is baked for too long. Add flour gradually until the dough holds together, and take the cookies out when the edges are set rather than waiting for them to brown deeply.
Can you use brown sugar in Grandma's cookie?
Yes, brown sugar works in Grandma's cookie and gives it a deeper, caramel-like flavor. It can also make the texture softer and more moist than a version made with only white sugar, so expect a slightly different result.
Why does Grandma's cookie spread too much in the oven?
Grandma's cookie may spread too much if the dough is warm or very soft when it goes into the oven. Chill the dough before baking and place the portions on a cool baking sheet with space between them.
What should you serve with Grandma's cookie?
Grandma's cookie pairs well with tea, coffee, or a glass of milk. Its buttery sweetness makes it an easy snack or dessert, and serving it with unsweetened tea or coffee balances the sweetness.
Can you freeze baked Grandma's cookie?
Yes, you can freeze baked Grandma's cookie once it has cooled completely. Store the cookies in an airtight freezer-safe container with baking paper between layers, then thaw them at room temperature while still covered to limit moisture loss.
Grandma's cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.43µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
40.6µg · 5% DV
B3
0.67mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.42µg · 8% DV
Sodium
109mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Grandma's cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Grandma's cookie
To burn the 134 calories in 1 piece (medium) (28 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 Grandma's cookie?
Grandma's cookie is a homestyle baked biscuit, usually made with flour, butter, sugar and egg. It is not one standard recipe or a dish from a single place: family versions vary in shape, sweetness and flavour, sometimes including additions such as nuts or dried fruit. The result is often lightly crisp at the edges and tender inside, becoming crisper as it cools.
It is commonly served with tea or coffee as a small treat, whether at home or packed for a snack. Nutritionally, it is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little fibre; 100 g provides 480 kcal. Pair it with an unsweetened drink, or keep to one medium cookie if you want a modest snack.
How Nutritious Is Grandma's 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 Grandma's 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 Grandma's cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Grandma's cookie 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
Grandma's cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.51g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.