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Crumbly flour-based baked pastry/cookie, typically made with butter or margarine
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kıyır (25 g) has 121 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.4 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 45 µg of Vitamin A covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
121
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 5% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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) | 25 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 194 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 4 piece (triple) | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 582 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Kıyır is a Turkish-style, crumbly flour-based baked cookie, usually made with butter or margarine. Its defining feature is a tender texture that breaks apart easily; recipes vary in their use of starch, leavening and flavorings.
Kıyır is associated with Turkish home baking rather than one single documented origin or regional recipe. The name describes its crumbly texture, and versions are commonly made at home to serve with tea or for festive gatherings.
You can make an oil-based version of Kıyır, but it may not have the same rich flavor or delicate texture as one made with butter or margarine. Add flour gradually, since changing the fat can alter how much the dough needs.
Small surface cracks can form as Kıyır dough expands and dries during baking, and they are not necessarily a problem. Large cracks may mean the dough is too dry or has been handled roughly; bring it together gently before shaping.
No, knead Kıyır dough only until it comes together. Prolonged mixing develops the flour’s gluten and can make these crumbly cookies tough rather than tender. If the dough seems sandy, press it together gently instead of working it vigorously.
Yes, powdered sugar works well in Kıyır and gives the dough a smooth, fine texture. Granulated sugar can leave a slightly different result, so use the type specified in your recipe rather than swapping it without adjusting the method.
Kıyır cookies are usually taken out when their edges are set and only lightly colored, rather than deeply browned. They continue to firm as they cool, so waiting for a dark golden top can leave them dry and less tender.
If Kıyır cookies have softened from exposure to air, spread them out and warm them briefly in a low oven, then let them cool completely. This can restore some crispness, but cookies that have absorbed moisture may not return to their original texture.
You can make Kıyır less rich by serving smaller pieces and avoiding an extra coating of sugar or chocolate. Reducing the butter or margarine in the dough can change its characteristic crumbly texture, so make that adjustment gradually.
Kıyır pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances the cookie’s buttery sweetness. For a simple dessert plate, add fresh fruit rather than another rich pastry; the cookies are also commonly served as part of a Turkish tea spread.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.75µg · 5% DV
Sodium
80mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.53mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
22mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kıyır is a Turkish-style crumbly baked cookie, made from flour and fat, commonly butter or margarine. The name points to its delicate, friable texture; recipes vary from home to home, with different sweeteners or extra ingredients. In Turkey, it is often served with tea and brought out for guests, and it also makes a familiar homemade treat. English-speaking readers can enjoy it in the same way, alongside tea or coffee.
Its tender bite is usually lightly sweet and rich, and it breaks apart easily rather than staying chewy. Made mainly from flour and fat, it is energy-dense and relatively low in protein and fibre; 100 g provides 485 calories. A small piece is satisfying with a hot drink, or you can reduce the fat in a homemade version for a lighter result.
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
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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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.