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Olive oil, crunchy, Mediterranean snack
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Homemade tarelli cookie (30 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 30 g
132
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 7% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 195 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 30 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 176 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 50 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 60 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
A homemade tarelli cookie is a crunchy, olive-oil-based Mediterranean baked snack, often shaped into rings. It is associated with Italian taralli, though home recipes vary and can be sweet or savory rather than following one fixed formula.
Homemade tarelli cookies are made by mixing flour with olive oil and the recipe’s seasonings or sweeteners, shaping the dough, and baking it until crisp. Some traditional taralli-style recipes briefly boil the shaped rings before baking.
No, homemade tarelli cookies do not always need to be boiled. Boiling is used in some taralli-style recipes to set the surface and help create a firm, crisp texture; many home versions skip this step and bake the dough directly.
Homemade tarelli cookies can be either sweet or savory. Sweet versions may use sugar, citrus, or spices, while savory ones can include salt, herbs, or fennel. The ingredients in the recipe determine which style you have.
For crunchy homemade tarelli cookies, shape the dough evenly and avoid making the rings too thick. Bake them until thoroughly dry, then let them cool completely before storing; warm cookies can seem soft before they finish firming up.
You can use butter in homemade tarelli cookies, but the result will taste and feel different. Olive oil gives the dough its characteristic Mediterranean flavor and a crisp bite, while butter makes the cookies richer and more like conventional biscuits.
Store homemade tarelli cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing them while warm traps steam, which can soften their crisp texture.
Yes, homemade tarelli cookies can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack them airtight to protect their texture, thaw them before serving, and briefly reheat them in the oven if they have softened.
Homemade tarelli cookies pair well with coffee or tea. Savory versions also go nicely with cheese, olives, or dips, while sweet versions work as a simple snack alongside a hot drink.
Yes, homemade tarelli cookies can raise blood sugar because they contain flour and may contain added sugar. A smaller serving alongside a protein-rich food, such as yogurt or cheese, can make a more balanced snack than eating them alone.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.45mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.36mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
195mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.8µg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade tarelli cookie is a crisp, ring-shaped bake associated with southern Italy, especially Puglia. The dough is commonly made with flour and olive oil, with regional versions adding flavours such as fennel. It is usually savoury, with a dry, crunchy bite, and is eaten as a snack or served with drinks as part of an Italian aperitivo spread. Elsewhere, it works well alongside cheese, olives or a simple soup. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while olive oil contributes to its fat content. Pair a modest portion with fresh vegetables for a lighter snack.
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.
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 2
Minimally 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
0.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.