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Traditional sesame-coated, mildly sweet cookie
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kahke cookie (30 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 455 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.5 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 5.4 µg of Selenium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
137
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
18.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 8% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.53 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 137 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 341 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 410 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 455 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 546 kcal |
Calculated from 455 calories per 100 g.
A Kahke cookie is a mildly sweet, sesame-coated baked cookie associated with Middle Eastern and Levantine food traditions. Recipes differ by region and may use ingredients such as flour, fat, sugar, and eggs, with spices in some versions.
To make a Kahke cookie, mix a mildly sweet dough, shape it, coat it with sesame seeds, and bake until set. Recipes vary, but chilling the dough briefly can make shaping easier, while lightly moistening its surface helps the seeds stick.
The Kahke cookie belongs to a broader family of baked goods found across the Levant and Middle East. The name and recipe are not limited to one place: local versions differ in shape, sweetness, and seasoning.
Not always. “Kahke” and “ka'ak” are related names used for different regional baked goods, including cookies and ring-shaped breads. A Kahke cookie usually refers to a mildly sweet, sesame-coated cookie, but the exact meaning depends on the local recipe.
A Kahke cookie tastes mildly sweet, with a toasted, nutty note from its sesame coating. Its texture can range from tender to crisp depending on the recipe and baking, and some versions have extra spice or aroma.
People serve Kahke cookies with tea or coffee, as a snack, or for guests and festive occasions. They are not tied to just one celebration, and the way they are served varies across families and regional traditions.
Sesame falls off a Kahke cookie when the dough surface is too dry or the seeds are not pressed on. Lightly moisten the shaped dough with water or the coating called for in the recipe, then gently press it into the seeds.
Store Kahke cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Trapped steam can soften them, so avoid sealing them while warm; keep them away from humid areas to preserve their texture.
Yes, Kahke cookies can be frozen. Once cool, pack them in an airtight freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed. Thaw them at room temperature; a brief warming in the oven can help bring back some crispness.
Yes, some Kahke cookie recipes can be made without eggs, though the texture may change because eggs help bind and enrich the dough. Use a tested egg-free cookie recipe or a suitable baking substitute rather than simply omitting the eggs.
Vitamins
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
0.93mg · 6% DV
Folate
17.4µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.93mg · 5% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kahke cookie is a mildly sweet, sesame-coated bake associated with Levantine and southeastern Turkish food traditions. Recipes vary by region and household, but the sesame crust is its familiar feature.
The seeds bring a toasted, savoury edge to the sweet dough, which may be tender or crisp. It is commonly served with tea or coffee, shared at gatherings and festive occasions, and enjoyed as a snack. Kahke cookie is energy-dense and mainly provides carbohydrates and fat; a 30 g piece is a convenient portion. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
Low
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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
✓ 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
SATURATED
1.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.