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Several handmade kete pastries sit on a plate, round and slightly flattened, with golden-brown tops, gently crimped edges, and a flaky, layered dough surface.

Handmade Kete Calories

Traditional handmade pastry, buttery and soft

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Handmade Kete (80 g) has 296 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 40 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Handmade Kete Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g

296

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

40g

· 15% DV

Protein

6.4g

· 13% DV

Fat

12g

· 15% DV

Fiber

2g

· 7% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 9% · Fat 37%

Handmade Kete nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories296 kcal
Total fat12 g15%
Saturated fat5.2 g26%
Trans fat0.08 g
Sodium336 mg15%
Total carbohydrate40 g15%
Fiber2 g7%
Protein6.4 g13%

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 Handmade Kete?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g296 kcal
1 slice (thin)30 g111 kcal
½ piece (half)40 g148 kcal
1 piece (small)50 g185 kcal
1 slice (thick)60 g222 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g444 kcal
2 piece (double)160 g592 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Handmade Kete

What is Handmade Kete?

Handmade Kete is a traditional layered pastry made by rolling out dough, brushing or folding it with fat, and sometimes adding a filling. Recipes vary by region; a common savory filling is flour toasted in butter.

Where does Handmade Kete come from?

Handmade Kete is associated especially with eastern Turkey, including Erzurum, and has close relatives in Caucasian food traditions. Its shape, dough, and filling vary, so the name refers to a family of regional pastries rather than one fixed recipe.

What is inside Handmade Kete?

Handmade Kete may contain flour toasted in butter, a familiar filling in Erzurum-style versions. Other recipes use walnuts, sugar, or different local ingredients, while some are made without a distinct filling.

Is Handmade Kete sweet or savory?

Handmade Kete can be savory, mildly flavored, or sweet depending on the recipe. Butter-toasted flour is common in savory regional versions, while sugar or walnuts can give other versions a sweeter taste.

How is Handmade Kete different from börek?

Handmade Kete is often made from rolled and folded dough, sometimes with a toasted-flour filling; börek more commonly layers yufka around fillings such as cheese, meat, or vegetables. Both have many regional variations, so the distinction is not absolute.

Why is Handmade Kete layered?

Handmade Kete gets its layers from rolling out the dough, spreading fat between portions, and folding or rolling it. Resting the dough and distributing the fat evenly helps the layers separate during baking.

How is Handmade Kete traditionally served?

Handmade Kete is often served warm with tea, either on its own or as part of breakfast. Its rich, buttery texture also pairs well with simple accompaniments such as cheese, olives, or fresh vegetables.

Can you make Handmade Kete with puff pastry?

Yes, puff pastry can make a quick shortcut version of Handmade Kete, but it will not have exactly the same texture as dough rolled and layered by hand. Traditional dough gives the pastry its characteristic tender, handmade structure.

How should you store Handmade Kete?

Store Handmade Kete after it has cooled in an airtight container at room temperature for short-term use. For longer storage, refrigerate it; warming it before serving helps restore some of its soft texture and buttery aroma.

Can you freeze Handmade Kete?

Yes, Handmade Kete can be frozen once completely cool. Wrap individual portions airtight to prevent freezer burn, then thaw them before reheating in the oven so the outside does not become soggy.

Handmade Kete Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.18mg · 15% DV

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

B3

1.28mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Sodium

336mg · 15% DV

Selenium

5.6µg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

60mg · 9% DV

Manganese

0.15mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

72mg · 2% DV

Handmade Kete Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

28
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Handmade Kete

To burn the 296 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

73min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

30min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

40min

Cycling

🏊

35min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Handmade Kete?

Handmade kete is a traditional pastry associated especially with eastern Turkey. Its dough is rolled out by hand and commonly filled with a buttery flour mixture, though the shape and filling vary between regions and family recipes.

Soft, flaky and rich, it is often served warm at breakfast or alongside tea, and makes a satisfying snack at any time of day. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with less fibre and protein; a 100 g portion has 370 calories. Pair a modest piece with fresh vegetables or plain yoghurt for a more balanced plate.

How Nutritious Is Handmade Kete?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

28/ 100

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 Handmade Kete 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 Handmade Kete Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Handmade Kete 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

Handmade Kete Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.84g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.68g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.