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Traditional savory cookie with butter, sesame, and nigella seeds
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hatay Savory Cookie (25 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 472 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.8 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 6.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 6 µg of Selenium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
118
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.1g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 7% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.53 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 198 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 283 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 472 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 472 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 708 kcal |
Calculated from 472 calories per 100 g.
A Hatay savory cookie is a traditional salty baked snack from Hatay, Türkiye, made with buttery dough and typically topped with sesame and nigella seeds. It is commonly served with tea rather than as a dessert.
A Hatay savory cookie tastes buttery and salty, with a toasted, aromatic finish from its sesame and nigella seed topping. It is savory rather than sweet, making it a natural match for tea or other simple refreshments.
A Hatay savory cookie is usually served at tea time as a small savory accompaniment. It can also be offered to guests alongside other homemade pastries, where its crisp texture contrasts with softer dishes.
To make Hatay savory cookies, mix flour with butter and salt into a workable dough, shape it, and add sesame and nigella seeds on top. Bake until set and lightly golden; avoid adding too much flour, which can make them dry.
No. A Hatay savory cookie is a regional Turkish bake distinguished by buttery dough and its characteristic sesame-and-nigella topping. The combination gives it a particular aroma and texture that ordinary salty crackers do not share.
Nigella seeds are a traditional part of the Hatay savory cookie’s topping, adding a distinctive, slightly peppery aroma. They are commonly paired with sesame, whose toasted flavor complements the buttery, salty base.
Yes, a Hatay savory cookie can be eaten at breakfast, especially with tea or alongside other savory foods. It is a baked snack, not a complete breakfast on its own.
Let Hatay savory cookies cool completely, then keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Trapped warmth or moisture softens their texture; a brief warming in the oven can help refresh cookies that have gone soft.
Yes, Hatay savory cookies can be frozen once fully cooled. Seal them in a freezer-safe container or bag, then thaw at room temperature; warming them briefly after thawing can restore some crispness.
Hatay savory cookies can crumble if the dough is too dry or has not come together properly. Add flour gradually rather than all at once, and press the dough together firmly when shaping each cookie.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
0.9mg · 6% DV
Folate
21.5µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
44.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6µg · 11% DV
Sodium
198mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Hatay savory cookie is a traditional baked snack from Hatay, in southern Turkey. Its dough is enriched with butter and topped or mixed with sesame and nigella seeds, which give it a distinctive, savoury finish.
It is usually crisp or crumbly, with a rich buttery taste and a lightly toasted seed aroma. In Turkey, it is commonly offered with tea, served to guests, or kept on hand for a savoury bite between meals. It suits people who prefer a salty biscuit to a sweet one, though it is energy-dense: a medium piece of about 25 g provides roughly 118 kcal. Enjoy one alongside tea or fresh vegetables for a simple snack.
Low
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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.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 38.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (38.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.