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Kilis gerebiç cookie Calories
Traditional baked Kilis pastry, typically made with spiced dough and date filling.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Kilis gerebiç cookie (40 g) has 176 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Kilis gerebiç cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
176
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
23.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 6% · Fat 41%
Kilis gerebiç cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 176 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Kilis gerebiç cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 264 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 352 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kilis gerebiç cookie
What is a Kilis gerebiç cookie?
A Kilis gerebiç cookie is a traditional baked pastry from Kilis, Turkey, made with spiced dough and typically filled with dates. It is especially associated with festive occasions and is served as a sweet treat.
What does a Kilis gerebiç cookie taste like?
A Kilis gerebiç cookie tastes sweet and warmly spiced, with a soft, dense date center surrounded by baked dough. The balance varies by recipe, but the date filling is its defining flavor.
How is a Kilis gerebiç cookie traditionally shaped?
Kilis gerebiç cookies are shaped after the dough is filled, often using a patterned wooden mold to press a design into the pastry. The mold gives them a recognizable decorative surface as well as their regional character.
Is a Kilis gerebiç cookie the same as ma’amoul?
No. Both are filled pastries, but a Kilis gerebiç cookie belongs to Kilis’s own baking tradition, while ma’amoul is associated with other Middle Eastern traditions and has its own typical shapes, fillings, and recipes.
When do people in Kilis eat gerebiç cookies?
Kilis gerebiç cookies are particularly linked with Bayram, the Muslim holiday celebrations, when families prepare them to share with visitors. They can also be served with tea as a regional sweet at other times.
How do you make date filling for Kilis gerebiç cookies?
The traditional filling is made by mashing dates into a thick paste that can be portioned inside the spiced dough. A smooth, cohesive filling is easier to wrap and helps keep it from leaking while the cookies bake.
Can you make Kilis gerebiç cookies without a wooden mold?
Yes. A wooden mold gives Kilis gerebiç cookies their traditional pattern, but you can shape them by hand and press a design into the dough with a fork or another clean utensil. The mold is decorative, not essential to baking them.
How should you serve Kilis gerebiç cookies?
Serve Kilis gerebiç cookies once they have cooled, on their own or with Turkish tea. Their sweetness and spiced dough make them a natural choice for a festive dessert plate or an afternoon tea spread.
How long do Kilis gerebiç cookies keep?
Kilis gerebiç cookies keep best in an airtight container at room temperature after they have cooled completely. Moisture makes their baked dough soften, so avoid sealing them while warm and keep the container away from heat and humidity.
Can Kilis gerebiç cookies be frozen?
Yes, Kilis gerebiç cookies can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack them airtight, ideally with baking paper between layers, and thaw at room temperature before serving so the date filling and pastry soften evenly.
Kilis gerebiç cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.72mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.8µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
92mg · 3% DV
Kilis gerebiç cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kilis gerebiç cookie
To burn the 176 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Kilis gerebiç cookie?
Kilis gerebiç cookie is a traditional baked sweet from Kilis in southeastern Turkey. Spiced dough is shaped around a date filling, often using a patterned mould, then baked; the exact spices and filling can vary between recipes.
It has a lightly crisp exterior and a softer, sweet centre, with warm spice balancing the dates. In Turkey it is served as a treat with tea or after a meal, and it also makes a thoughtful taste of Kilis to share with guests. This is an energy-dense, carbohydrate-rich pastry; 100 g provides 440 kcal. Enjoy a modest piece with unsweetened tea, or pair it with fruit for a less rich snack.
How Nutritious Is Kilis gerebiç cookie?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Kilis gerebiç cookie 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 Kilis gerebiç cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kilis gerebiç cookie Good For?
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
Kilis gerebiç cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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