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Warm bazlama bread toasted with melted kaşar cheese
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
32g
· 49%
Protein
10.5g
· 16%
Fat
10g
· 35%
Fiber
2.2g
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
160mg · 23% DV
Calcium
220mg · 22% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
Preheat the toast press well and lightly brush the outside of the bazlama with butter or olive oil. Avoid overfilling it, as trapped steam can make the bread soft.
Bazlama is relatively thick, so the outside can brown before the centre is fully heated. Cook it a little longer over medium heat and avoid using too much filling.
Fresh kaşar generally melts more evenly, while aged kaşar has a stronger flavour and may release more oil. Grating or thinly slicing the cheese helps it melt faster.
Fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, rocket, peppers, or cucumber add freshness and balance to the rich cheese filling. Ayran, unsweetened tea, or a simple salad are also good pairings.
Its combination of carbohydrate and protein can make it practical for breakfast or after exercise. Adding fruit or vegetables can make the meal more balanced, especially after training.
You can, but the bread-and-cheese combination may feel heavy or worsen reflux in some people. If eating close to bedtime, choose a smaller serving and avoid lying down immediately afterward.
It is best eaten freshly cooked because the bread softens and the cheese texture changes as it sits. An ungrilled assembled toast can be refrigerated briefly in a sealed container before cooking.
Yes, it freezes best before grilling when wrapped tightly to limit freezer burn. Heat it from frozen over low to medium heat so the filling warms through before the bread browns too much.
Bazlama makes a thicker, softer, more substantial toast, while sliced sandwich bread usually browns faster and becomes crisper. Because bazlama is denser, it often needs a slightly longer cooking time.
It contains gluten and dairy, so it is not appropriate for people with coeliac disease, gluten-related disorders, or a milk protein allergy. People with lactose intolerance may tolerate it differently depending on the cheese and their individual sensitivity.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.