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Traditional sliced pastry/bread; refined flour-based, moderately fatty baked good.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Kesme çörek (35 g) has 115 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.3 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 7.7 µg of Selenium covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 35 g
115
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
19.3g
· 7% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% 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 66% · Protein 10% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.74 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 slice (medium) | 35 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 70 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 297 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 594 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Kesme çörek is a traditional Turkish baked dough food served in slices, with a texture that can fall between bread and a savory pastry. Recipes differ by household and region, so the name does not point to one fixed formula.
Kesme çörek is made by mixing and kneading dough, letting it rest when the recipe calls for it, shaping or cutting it, and baking it. Flour is the base; additions such as yeast, egg, dairy, or fat vary among recipes.
Kesme çörek does not have one universally recognized regional origin or standardized recipe. The name is used for home-style versions that can vary across Turkey, so a specific origin is best tied to the particular local recipe.
Often, yes: many Kesme çörek recipes use yeast and allow the dough to rise before baking. Other versions are unleavened or use a different raising agent, so the texture and preparation depend on the recipe.
Kesme çörek can become hard or dry if too much flour is added, the dough is not rested as directed, or it is baked for too long. Covering it with a clean cloth after baking helps limit surface drying as it cools.
Kesme çörek can be either sweet or savory. The dough and toppings determine the flavor: savory versions suit a breakfast table, while sweeter versions can be served as a snack with tea.
Yes, Kesme çörek freezes well once it has cooled. Separate the slices before packing them in an airtight freezer-safe container, then thaw and briefly warm them before serving to bring back a softer texture.
Store cooled Kesme çörek in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Leaving it exposed to air makes it dry out faster; avoid sealing it while warm, since trapped steam can make it damp.
Kesme çörek is commonly served with tea or as part of breakfast. Cheese, olives, eggs, or jam can make suitable accompaniments, depending on whether the particular version is savory or sweet.
Yes, Kesme çörek can be made without eggs or dairy, although the dough and texture will differ from recipes that include them. Use a recipe designed for those substitutions rather than simply omitting ingredients from a traditional dough.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.19mg · 7% DV
Folate
29.75µg · 7% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.7µg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.98mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kesme çörek is a traditional Turkish baked dough, made with flour and often enriched with fat, then cut into slices for serving. Recipes and shapes vary between households and regions, so it may sit somewhere between a savoury bread and a pastry. Its sliced form makes it easy to share at the table.
In Turkey, it can be served at breakfast or alongside tea, either plain or with accompaniments such as cheese, olives or jam. For English-speaking readers, think of it as a sliceable Turkish bake rather than a standard loaf. It is chiefly a refined-flour food, with a moderate amount of fat; pair a slice with fruit or a protein-rich food for a more balanced snack.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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.
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
0.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 56:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (56:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.