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Traditional dense rustic cookie, lightly sweet
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Village cookie (35 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 468 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 6.3 µg of Selenium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
164
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 7% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.9 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 piece (medium) | 35 g | 164 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 18 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 468 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 491 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 140 g | 655 kcal |
Calculated from 468 calories per 100 g.
A Village cookie is a rustic-style homemade cookie known for a dense texture and gentle sweetness. There is no single standardized recipe, so ingredients, shape and texture vary between households and regional versions.
Village cookies are commonly made by mixing flour, egg, sugar and fat into a dough, shaping it, and baking until lightly colored. Mix only until the dough comes together, and let the cookies cool on the tray so they can firm up.
A Village cookie typically uses flour, egg, sugar and butter or another cooking fat. Some home recipes add yogurt, spices or flavorings, but the ingredients are not fixed and can vary by family or region.
Village cookies can turn hard if the dough contains too much flour or they bake for too long. Add flour gradually and take them out when they are only lightly colored; their texture becomes firmer as they cool.
Village cookies are generally dense and substantial, though some versions bake up crunchier and others softer. A shorter bake tends to leave the centers softer, while extra baking makes the cookies crisper and can dry them out.
Once completely cool, store Village cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep them away from humidity and sunlight to preserve their texture; the exact shelf life varies with the ingredients in the recipe.
Yes, baked Village cookies can be frozen. Cool them completely, seal them in a freezer-safe airtight container, and thaw at room temperature before serving. A brief warming in the oven can help refresh their texture.
Tea is a natural pairing for a Village cookie, especially because its mild sweetness and dense texture suit a simple hot drink. Coffee or milk also works; dunk it briefly if you do not want it to crumble.
Village cookie dough should be firm enough to shape but not so dry that it cracks or feels stiff. Add flour gradually, since too much can make the finished cookies tough; use the recipe’s liquid or fat to adjust a dry dough.
A Village cookie is usually a denser, lightly sweet rustic cookie, while shortbread is known for a rich, crumbly texture built around butter. Recipes vary, so the clearest difference is often the cookie’s texture and the proportions of fat and other ingredients.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
0.98mg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.91mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
41mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 164 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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A village cookie is a dense, rustic-style homemade biscuit associated with traditional Turkish baking. It is made from a simple dough, commonly based on flour, fat and a little sweetener; recipes and shapes vary from household to household rather than belonging to one single regional style. Its sweetness is restrained, while the texture is substantial and often crumbly or crisp at the edges.
In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed with tea as a small treat between meals or alongside breakfast. For readers elsewhere, it works just as well with coffee or an afternoon cup of tea. The flour-and-fat-based dough makes it an energy-dense choice, so one medium piece can be satisfying; pair it with fruit or plain yogurt 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
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.