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Traditional spiced cookie, small size
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Small kombe (35 g) has 151 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.8 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of Selenium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 35 g
151
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
23.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 7% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 105 g | 452 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 140 g | 602 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Small kombe is a traditional spiced cookie, often shaped with a patterned mold. Recipes vary by region and maker, so its texture and exact spice blend may differ.
Small kombe belongs to a broader regional tradition of kombe cookies, especially associated with parts of Türkiye and the Middle East. The name covers several local recipes rather than one single, fixed cookie.
Small kombe may be flavored with cinnamon, mahleb, cloves, ginger, or other warming spices. The blend varies between recipes, which is why two kombe cookies can have noticeably different aromas.
Small kombe is often pressed into a carved wooden or other patterned mold before baking. The mold leaves a decorative design on the cookie; lightly flouring it can help the dough release cleanly.
No, small kombe and maamoul are related regional cookies but are not interchangeable names. Maamoul is commonly filled with dates or nuts, while kombe recipes can be spiced, molded, and unfilled, depending on the region.
To make small kombe, combine fat and sugar, mix in the chosen spices, then add flour gradually until the dough holds together. Shape small portions in a mold and bake until set and lightly colored.
Small kombe can become hard if the dough has too much flour or the cookies bake for too long. Add flour gradually and take them out once set; they will firm up further as they cool.
Small kombe is commonly served with tea or coffee. Its sweet, spiced flavor also works well on a cookie plate with other small pastries, particularly when offering guests a variety of treats.
Store small kombe only after it has cooled, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping it away from moisture helps preserve its texture; discard it if you notice mold or an unusual smell.
Yes, small kombe can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw the cookies at room temperature before serving; warming them briefly can help refresh their texture.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.88µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.63µg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Small kombe is a traditional spiced cookie associated especially with Hatay and Antakya in southern Turkey. It is made from a flour-based dough with fat, sugar and aromatic spices, then often pressed in a patterned wooden mould; recipes and spice blends vary from home to home.
Its texture is crisp or pleasantly crumbly, with a sweet, warmly spiced flavour that pairs well with tea or coffee. In Turkey it is a familiar treat for holiday gatherings as well as everyday tea breaks, and it is also enjoyed by Turkish communities abroad. The cookie is energy-dense and mainly provides carbohydrates and fat; 100 g contains 430 calories. A small piece makes a handy portion, especially alongside an unsweetened drink.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 95:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (95:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.