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Traditional flour-based cookie made with butter or oil
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Malatya flour cookie (25 g) has 121 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.9 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 5.9 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
15.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 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 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.9 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 |
| ½ piece (half) | 12.5 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 194 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 364 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 4 piece (whole) | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 125 g | 606 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
A Malatya flour cookie is a traditional Turkish shortbread-style cookie associated with Malatya. It is made mainly with flour, sugar and butter or oil, and is known for a tender, crumbly texture rather than a chewy one.
Malatya flour cookies are usually made by combining butter or oil with powdered sugar, then adding flour gradually until the dough holds its shape. Shape the dough and bake until set but still pale; overbaking can make the cookies dry.
Malatya flour cookies can fall apart if the dough contains too much flour or has not come together enough to hold its shape. Add flour gradually, and let baked cookies cool on the tray before moving them because they are fragile while warm.
For a melt-in-the-mouth Malatya flour cookie, mix the fat and powdered sugar well, add flour gradually, and avoid overworking the dough. Bake just until set rather than deeply browned; longer baking can leave the cookies dry and firm.
Malatya flour cookies can be made with either butter or oil. Butter gives them a richer flavor, while oil produces a different texture; whichever you use, add the flour gradually so the dough does not become too dry.
Malatya flour cookies are associated with Malatya, a city in eastern Turkey. They are a local-style flour cookie, and household and bakery recipes can differ in the fat used, the shape, and whether powdered sugar is added on top.
Bake Malatya flour cookies at a low-to-moderate oven temperature until they are set and only lightly colored. Baking time varies with the cookie size and oven, so watch their color and let them cool on the tray before handling.
Store Malatya flour cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place once they have cooled completely. Keep them away from humidity, which can affect their crumbly texture, and do not seal them while warm.
Yes, Malatya flour cookies can be frozen. Once completely cool, pack them in an airtight container with enough room to avoid crushing them. Thaw at room temperature, and avoid packing them warm, which can create moisture inside the container.
Malatya flour cookies are often served with tea. Their mild, crumbly sweetness pairs well with unsweetened black tea or coffee; serve them fully cooled so they hold together when picked up.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.4mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.75µg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
17mg · 2% DV
Sodium
53mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 121 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Malatya flour cookie is a traditional cookie associated with Malatya in eastern Turkey. It is made by bringing flour together with butter or oil, then baking it into a simple, tender biscuit. Recipes vary from household to household, but the cookie is often crumbly and lightly sweet rather than richly decorated.
In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea when guests visit, at tea time, or during holiday gatherings; coffee is another natural pairing. Flour and fat give it an energy-dense profile, while protein and fibre are modest. A medium piece is about 25 g, so it can be an easy accompaniment to a hot drink; choose a smaller portion if you want a lighter treat.
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
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.