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Savory cookie with nigella seeds and mahlep
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep (20 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.8 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g
94
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
10.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% 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 46% · Protein 6% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 120 g | 564 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
An İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep is a savory-style Turkish cookie flavored with nigella seeds and mahlep. İBB refers to Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality; the name alone does not establish a particular recipe or where every version is produced.
An İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep tastes savory and aromatic rather than like a typical sweet cookie. Nigella brings a slightly peppery, bitter edge, while mahlep adds a distinctive warm, fragrant note.
Mahlep is a spice made from the kernel inside the mahaleb cherry stone. In an İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep, it contributes a fragrant, mildly spiced flavor that complements nigella; it is not the same ingredient as cherry fruit.
To make a similar İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep at home, add nigella seeds and a little ground mahlep to savory cookie dough, shape it, and bake until set. The name does not guarantee an official recipe, so proportions and other ingredients vary.
An İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep is generally savory, not a sugar-forward dessert cookie. Recipes can vary in seasoning, but the nigella and mahlep give it the characteristic flavor of a savory baked snack.
An İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep combines the two for contrasting aromas: nigella is pungent and slightly peppery, while mahlep is fragrant and gently spiced. Together they make the cookie taste more distinctive than a plain savory biscuit.
Store an İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep in an airtight container once it has cooled, keeping it in a cool, dry place. Moisture makes savory cookies lose their crisp texture; discard any that develop mold or an off smell.
Yes, you can freeze an İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep after it has cooled. Seal the cookies in a freezer-safe airtight container, thaw them at room temperature, and briefly warm them if you want to refresh their crispness.
The defining difference is the combination of nigella seeds and mahlep in an İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep. They add seed-like texture and a fragrant, peppery flavor that a plain savory cookie does not have.
Tea is a natural pairing for an İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep, and it also works with cheese or olives as part of a savory snack. Its seasoning makes it a better match for these than for a very sweet topping.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.32mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
104mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.44mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
14mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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The İBB cookie with nigella and mahlep is a Turkish savoury biscuit, flavoured with nigella seeds and mahlep, the aromatic spice made from the kernels of sour cherry stones. Its flavour is gently fragrant and distinctive, with the seeds adding a slight crunch. Depending on the bake, it may be crisp throughout or a little tender in the centre.
In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed with tea at breakfast or as a small snack, and it also pairs well with cheese. It is energy-dense, with much of its energy coming from fat and carbohydrates, while protein and fibre are more modest. For a lighter snack, have one small piece with unsweetened tea rather than treating it as a meal.
Low
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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
— Not 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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.