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Small, pale golden cookies with gently rounded edges and a lightly cracked, crumbly surface are arranged on a plain plate.

Kacala cookie Calories

Traditional sweet cookie, typically made with flour, sugar, butter, and walnuts.

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

480kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Kacala cookie (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Kacala cookie Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g

144

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

17.4g

· 6% DV

Protein

1.8g

· 4% DV

Fat

7.5g

· 10% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 5% · Fat 47%

Kacala cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories144 kcal
Total fat7.5 g10%
Saturated fat2.4 g12%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium36 mg2%
Total carbohydrate17.4 g6%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein1.8 g4%

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 Kacala cookie?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)30 g144 kcal
1 piece (extra small)15 g72 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g96 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g240 kcal
2 piece (medium)60 g288 kcal
100 g100 g480 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g480 kcal
1 pack (jumbo)150 g720 kcal

Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kacala cookie

What is a Kacala cookie?

A Kacala cookie is a traditional sweet cookie typically made with flour, sugar, butter, and walnuts. Recipes may vary, including in the size and shape of the cookies, so the name does not imply one fixed formula.

How do you make Kacala cookies at home?

To make Kacala cookies, combine butter and sugar, work in the egg and flour, then fold in the walnuts. Shape the dough and bake until set. Let the cookies cool before moving them, since they can be delicate while warm.

Why do Kacala cookies crumble when I handle them?

Kacala cookies can crumble if the dough is too dry, has too much flour, or is handled before cooling. Add flour gradually while mixing, bring the dough together without overworking it, and leave baked cookies on the tray briefly to firm up.

Are Kacala cookies the same as shortbread?

No, Kacala cookies are not simply shortbread. Both can have a rich, buttery crumb, but walnuts are a characteristic part of Kacala cookie recipes and give them a distinct taste and texture.

Should walnuts be chopped or ground for Kacala cookies?

Chop the walnuts for Kacala cookies rather than grinding them into a fine powder. Small pieces distribute through the dough while preserving their texture; very large pieces can make the cookies harder to shape evenly.

What should you serve with Kacala cookies?

Serve Kacala cookies with tea or coffee as a small sweet snack. Their buttery, nutty flavor works well on its own, so they do not need frosting or a sweet topping.

How should you store Kacala cookies so they stay crisp?

Store Kacala cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping moisture out helps preserve their texture; separate soft or moist foods from the container.

Can you freeze Kacala cookies?

Yes, you can freeze baked Kacala cookies. Cool them completely, pack them in an airtight freezer-safe container, and thaw them at room temperature before serving so condensation does not soften them while they are still cold.

Can Kacala cookie dough be made ahead?

Yes, Kacala cookie dough can be prepared ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Chilled dough may be firm, so let it sit briefly at room temperature until it is easy to shape, rather than adding extra flour.

Can you make Kacala cookies without butter?

You can make Kacala cookies with a baking-fat substitute, but the flavor and crumb will differ from the butter-based version. Use a substitute intended for baking and follow its package guidance for replacing butter in dough.

Kacala cookie Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

0.45mg · 3% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.6µg · 2% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Manganese

0.09mg · 4% DV

Selenium

1.5µg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

17mg · 2% DV

Sodium

36mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

27mg · 1% DV

Kacala cookie Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

11.4
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Kacala cookie

To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):

🚶

36min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

15min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

20min

Cycling

🏊

17min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Kacala cookie?

Kacala cookie is a traditional, home-style sweet made with flour, sugar and butter, usually enriched with walnuts. Recipes can vary from kitchen to kitchen, but the walnuts give it a distinctive, gently nutty flavour. It is often crumbly, with a lightly crisp exterior and a tender middle.

In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea and offered to guests, including at festive gatherings. Butter and sugar make it an energy-dense treat, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrate and fat; walnuts add flavour and a little fibre. Enjoy it as a small sweet alongside tea or coffee, or choose one medium cookie when you want to keep the portion modest.

How Nutritious Is Kacala cookie?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

22/ 100

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 Kacala 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 Kacala cookie Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Kacala cookie Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Kacala cookie Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.4g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.7g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.8g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 10.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (10.4:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.