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A small, round golden-brown cookie with a clear hole in the center and a lightly textured surface, served on a plate.

Ring cookie Calories

Crisp, mildly sweet ring-shaped cookie

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CALORIES · 100 G

435kcal

GI

68medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Ring cookie (12 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 435 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.3 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Ring cookie Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g

52

KCAL / 12G

Carbs

8.3g

· 3% DV

Protein

1g

· 2% DV

Fat

1.6g

· 2% DV

Fiber

0.3g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 8% · Fat 28%

Ring cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (12 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories52 kcal
Total fat1.6 g2%
Saturated fat0.38 g2%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium50 mg2%
Total carbohydrate8.3 g3%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein1 g2%

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 Ring cookie?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)12 g52 kcal
1 piece (small)8 g35 kcal
1 piece (large)18 g78 kcal
2 piece (double)24 g104 kcal
1 serving (small)30 g131 kcal
3 piece (triple)36 g157 kcal
1 serving (medium)45 g196 kcal
1 serving (large)60 g261 kcal
1 pack (small)80 g348 kcal
100 g100 g435 kcal
1 pack (large)150 g653 kcal

Calculated from 435 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ring cookie

What is a Ring cookie?

A Ring cookie is a crisp, mildly sweet, ring-shaped biscuit, commonly sold in Turkish bakeries as kuru pasta simit. It is a baked snack, not a bread ring, and recipes may include sesame or other flavorings.

How do you make Ring cookies at home?

Ring cookies are made by shaping a simple cookie dough into rings and baking them until crisp. Turkish-style recipes commonly use flour, fat, egg, and a little sugar; avoid adding excess flour, which can make the dough dry and crumbly.

Are Ring cookies the same as Turkish simit?

No. Ring cookies are crisp, mildly sweet biscuits, while Turkish simit is a chewy, yeast-raised bread ring usually coated with sesame. Their ring shape is similar, but their dough, texture, and usual role at the table are different.

Why did my Ring cookies spread or lose their ring shape?

Ring cookies can spread if the dough is too soft or warm before baking. Chill it briefly before shaping, make the center hole a little wider than you want in the finished cookie, and place the rings on a cool baking tray.

What do you serve with Ring cookies?

Ring cookies pair well with black tea or coffee and are often served as a small snack. For a Turkish-style tea break, put them on a plate alongside other dry pastries, keeping them separate from moist foods so they stay crisp.

How should you store Ring cookies to keep them crisp?

Store Ring cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture makes them lose their crisp texture, so avoid storing them beside fresh fruit or other damp foods.

Can you freeze Ring cookies?

Yes, Ring cookies can be frozen in a sealed freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw them at room temperature while still covered to limit condensation; if they soften, a brief warming in the oven can help restore some crispness.

Can Ring cookies be made without sesame?

Yes, Ring cookies can be made without sesame; it is an optional topping in many versions, not what gives the biscuit its ring shape. If you are buying them, sesame toppings vary by bakery and recipe.

Are Ring cookies supposed to be crunchy or soft?

Ring cookies are generally meant to be crisp and dry rather than soft like a cake or chewy like bread. If yours are soft after cooling, they may need a little more baking, or they may have absorbed moisture during storage.

Can you dip Ring cookies in tea without them falling apart?

Yes, you can dip Ring cookies in tea, but do it briefly. Their dry, crisp texture softens quickly in hot liquid, so a short dip helps them absorb a little tea without becoming soggy or breaking.

Ring cookie Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

B3

0.25mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.36µg · 1% DV

Folate

4.56µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Selenium

2.16µg · 4% DV

Manganese

0.05mg · 2% DV

Sodium

50mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.31mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

14mg · 0% DV

Ring cookie Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

5.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Ring cookie

To burn the 52 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 g):

🚶

13min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

7min

Cycling

🏊

6min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Ring cookie?

Ring cookie is a crisp, mildly sweet baked biscuit shaped into a ring, known in Turkish as kuru pasta simit. It is a Turkish bakery-style dry pastry rather than a savoury sesame simit, though some versions may be finished with sesame. Recipes vary between bakeries and home kitchens, but the appeal is its simple, crunchy bite.

In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea at breakfast, during an afternoon break or on a plate of treats for guests. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates, with comparatively little protein, so it is best thought of as a sweet snack rather than a filling meal. Pair one with unsweetened tea or coffee for a simple serving.

How Nutritious Is Ring cookie?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

25/ 100

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 Ring 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 Ring cookie Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ring 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

Ring cookie Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.38g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.61g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.28g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.