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Cheese-filled homemade yeast bun
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Homemade cheese bun (90 g) has 284 calories. That works out to 315 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.8 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 11.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 22.5 µg of Selenium covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
284
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
34.8g
· 13% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
11.8g
· 15% 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 49% · Protein 14% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 284 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.8 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 5.45 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
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) | 90 g | 284 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 284 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 125 g | 394 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 170 g | 536 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 567 kcal |
Calculated from 315 calories per 100 g.
A Homemade cheese bun is a soft, usually yeast-raised bun filled with cheese and baked. Recipes vary in both the dough and filling, so it may be made with a crumbly cheese or a meltier one.
A mild, crumbly cheese works well in a Homemade cheese bun because it is easy to distribute and less likely to make the filling wet. Use a well-drained cheese; shredded cheese can be mixed in when you want a meltier centre.
To make a Homemade cheese bun, prepare and knead yeast dough, let it rise, fill portions with cheese, seal them, and bake until golden. Keep the filling away from the edges so the dough can close securely.
Homemade cheese bun dough often fails to rise when the yeast is inactive, the liquid is too hot, or the dough has not had enough time to rest. Use lukewarm liquid and let the covered dough rise in a warm, draft-free place.
To prevent cheese leaking from a Homemade cheese bun, drain moist cheese and seal the dough edges firmly. Place each bun seam-side down on the tray; overfilling can also cause the dough to split while baking.
Yes, a Homemade cheese bun freezes well once completely cooled. Wrap the buns individually or separate them with baking paper in a sealed freezer container, then thaw in the refrigerator and warm in the oven.
Store a Homemade cheese bun in a sealed container in the refrigerator after it has cooled, since its cheese filling should not sit out for long. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to bring back some of its freshly baked texture.
Reheat a Homemade cheese bun in a preheated oven or covered skillet rather than leaving it in the microwave. Gentle, dry heat warms the cheese while helping the outside stay less soft and damp.
Yes, a Homemade cheese bun can be varied with herbs, spring onion, or cooked vegetables mixed into the cheese. Keep additions dry and finely chopped so they do not add excess moisture or make the dough difficult to seal.
A Homemade cheese bun pairs well with soup, a simple salad, or fresh vegetables. For breakfast or a snack, serve it with tea; the savoury cheese filling also works well alongside lightly dressed greens.
Vitamins
B1
0.31mg · 26% DV
Biotin
5.58µg · 19% DV
B3
2.79mg · 17% DV
Folate
64.8µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Sodium
459mg · 20% DV
Calcium
169mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 284 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Homemade cheese bun is a Turkish-style savoury bake made from yeast dough wrapped around a cheese filling, then baked until lightly golden. The filling and shape vary from household to household, but the crumb is usually soft and fluffy, with a gently browned crust.
In Turkey, it is often served warm at breakfast or with tea, and can also accompany soup or make a handy snack on the go. It is a filling, dough-based bite with some protein from the cheese. For a lighter meal, pair it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber and greens; reheating it briefly at a low temperature helps keep the bun soft.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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
5.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.