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A round, slightly flattened golden-brown pastry with a flaky, layered crust and a pale, crumbly flour-and-butter filling visible where it is broken open.

Kayseri ketesi Calories

Traditional Anatolian buttery baked pastry

CALORIES · 100 G

421kcal

GI

68medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Kayseri ketesi (90 g) has 379 calories. That works out to 421 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.8 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 18.8 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 18.9 µg of Selenium covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Kayseri ketesi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

379

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

44.8g

· 16% DV

Protein

7.6g

· 15% DV

Fat

18.8g

· 24% DV

Fiber

1.9g

· 7% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 8% · Fat 45%

Kayseri ketesi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories379 kcal
Total fat18.8 g24%
Saturated fat9.09 g45%
Trans fat0.36 g
Sodium369 mg16%
Total carbohydrate44.8 g16%
Fiber1.9 g7%
Protein7.6 g15%

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 Kayseri ketesi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g379 kcal
0.25 piece (quarter)22.5 g95 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g189 kcal
½ piece (half)45 g189 kcal
100 g100 g421 kcal
1 piece (large)140 g589 kcal
1 serving (double)180 g758 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)220 g926 kcal

Calculated from 421 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kayseri ketesi

What is Kayseri ketesi?

Kayseri ketesi is a traditional pastry associated with Kayseri, Türkiye, made from layered dough and commonly filled with flour toasted in butter. Its exact shape and recipe vary between households and bakeries.

What is inside Kayseri ketesi?

Kayseri ketesi is traditionally filled with flour toasted in butter, which gives the pastry a rich, slightly crumbly center. Recipes can vary, so some versions may use a different filling or leave the pastry unfilled.

How is Kayseri ketesi made?

Kayseri ketesi is made by rolling out dough, adding fat and filling, then folding or rolling it into layers before baking. The dough and shaping method vary by recipe; careful layering helps create its characteristic pastry texture.

How is Kayseri ketesi different from other types of kete?

Kayseri ketesi refers to the regional style associated with Kayseri, while kete recipes elsewhere can use different fillings, doughs, and shaping methods. The name alone does not guarantee the same texture or flavor across regions.

What does Kayseri ketesi taste like?

Kayseri ketesi tastes buttery and mildly savory, with a tender, layered exterior and a toasted-flour filling in many traditional recipes. It is generally not a strongly sweet pastry, though recipes and serving styles can differ.

When do people eat Kayseri ketesi, and what goes with it?

Kayseri ketesi is commonly served at breakfast or with tea as a snack. It can be eaten on its own or alongside cheese, olives, or other simple breakfast foods.

Why does Kayseri ketesi turn out dry or tough?

Kayseri ketesi can become dry or tough if the dough is too floury, the layers are not adequately greased, or the pastry is overbaked. Keeping the dough pliable and watching the oven closely helps preserve a tender bite.

How should you store Kayseri ketesi?

Store Kayseri ketesi after it has cooled, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration can make the pastry lose moisture; freeze it instead if you need to keep it for longer.

Can you freeze Kayseri ketesi?

Yes, Kayseri ketesi freezes well when fully cooled and wrapped airtight. Thaw it before serving, then warm it briefly in the oven to refresh the layers and avoid the soft texture microwaving can cause.

Can people with diabetes eat Kayseri ketesi?

People with diabetes can include Kayseri ketesi, but its flour-based pastry can raise blood glucose. A smaller portion eaten with a meal containing protein and vegetables may be easier to manage; individual responses differ.

Kayseri ketesi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.31mg · 26% DV

Biotin

5.4µg · 18% DV

B3

2.79mg · 17% DV

B2

0.19mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Selenium

19µg · 35% DV

Manganese

0.38mg · 17% DV

Sodium

369mg · 16% DV

Iron

2.43mg · 14% DV

Potassium ⭐

106mg · 3% DV

Kayseri ketesi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

21.6
High

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

How to Burn Off Kayseri ketesi

To burn the 379 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

94min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

39min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

52min

Cycling

🏊

44min

Swimming

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

What is Kayseri ketesi?

Kayseri ketesi is a traditional baked pastry from Kayseri, in central Anatolia. Its dough is enriched with butter, and a common version has a filling of flour toasted in butter, though household recipes and shapes vary.

The outside is lightly crisp while the centre is soft, rich and savoury. In Kayseri it is commonly served warm at breakfast or with tea, and it also makes a filling snack. It is substantial, with much of its energy coming from the flour and butter. Pair a piece with fresh tomatoes or cucumber for a lighter plate, or enjoy it alongside cheese and olives as part of breakfast.

How Nutritious Is Kayseri ketesi?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 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

23/ 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 Kayseri ketesi 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 Kayseri ketesi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Kayseri ketesi Good For?

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

Kayseri ketesi Fat Profile

SATURATED

9.09g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.49g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.34g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 30.9:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (30.9:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.