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Kabala Cookie Calories
Traditional Turkish butter cookie, crumbly, lightly vanilla-flavored
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Kabala Cookie (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.6 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Kabala Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
144
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
18.6g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% 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 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%
Kabala Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.8 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Kabala Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 216 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 120 g | 576 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 150 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kabala Cookie
What is a Kabala Cookie?
A Kabala Cookie is a traditional Turkish butter cookie with a lightly vanilla-flavoured, crumbly texture. It is usually served plain as a small sweet treat, often alongside tea; recipes and shapes can vary.
How do you make Kabala Cookies at home?
To make Kabala Cookies, mix butter with flour and the other ingredients in your chosen recipe, shape the dough, and bake until set. Handle the dough gently to help preserve the cookies’ delicate, crumbly texture.
Why are Kabala Cookies so crumbly?
Kabala Cookies are meant to have a delicate, buttery crumb, so they can break easily. Overworking the dough or moving the cookies while they are still hot can make them more fragile; let them cool on the baking tray first.
Are Kabala Cookies the same as shortbread?
No, Kabala Cookies are not automatically the same as shortbread. Both can be buttery and crumbly, but Kabala Cookies are a Turkish-style cookie often lightly flavoured with vanilla, while shortbread follows its own customary ingredients and proportions.
Do Kabala Cookies contain butter?
Yes, butter is a defining ingredient in traditional Kabala Cookies and contributes to their rich flavour and crumbly texture. Recipes can differ, so a homemade version may use a different fat if the cook adapts it.
Can you make Kabala Cookies without eggs?
Yes, you can adapt a Kabala Cookie recipe without eggs, but the texture may change because eggs help bind some doughs. Use a tested egg-free cookie recipe rather than simply leaving the eggs out of a standard one.
Should Kabala Cookie dough be chilled before baking?
Chilling Kabala Cookie dough can make it easier to shape and less likely to soften while you work. It is not required by every recipe, so follow the instructions for your particular dough rather than assuming a fixed chilling time.
How should you store Kabala Cookies?
Store completely cooled Kabala Cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping them away from steam and humidity helps preserve their crumbly texture; sealing them while warm can trap moisture and soften them.
Can you freeze Kabala Cookies?
Yes, baked Kabala Cookies can be frozen in a well-sealed, freezer-safe container. Separate layers so the delicate cookies do not press against one another, then thaw them at room temperature before serving.
What goes well with Kabala Cookies?
Kabala Cookies pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which complements their buttery, lightly vanilla flavour. Serve them plain as a tea-time treat, or add them to a mixed cookie plate without covering up their delicate taste.
Kabala Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
1.5µg · 3% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
21mg · 1% DV
Kabala Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kabala Cookie
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Kabala Cookie?
Kabala Cookie is a traditional Turkish butter cookie, made with a lightly vanilla-scented dough. It bakes up crisp and crumbly, with a texture that breaks apart easily rather than staying chewy. In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea during an afternoon break or offered alongside coffee when guests visit; it also makes a simple sweet bite after a meal.
Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates and fat, while protein and fibre are relatively modest. One medium piece is about 30 g. For a lighter snack, enjoy a single cookie with unsweetened tea or coffee, or pair it with fresh fruit rather than serving several pieces at once.
How Nutritious Is Kabala Cookie?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Kabala Cookie 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 Kabala Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kabala Cookie Good For?
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
Kabala Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.39g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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