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Traditional Anatolian buttery baked pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
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.
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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 379 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.8 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 9.09 g | 45% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 369 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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) | 90 g | 379 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 22.5 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 189 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 421 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 589 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 758 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 926 kcal |
Calculated from 421 calories per 100 g.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
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.