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Mini savory pastry with cottage cheese filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (mini) of Mini Cottage Cheese Pogaca (25 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 318 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 5 µg of Selenium covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 25 g
80
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 13% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.53 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 128 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 2.6 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 (mini) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 18 g | 57 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 159 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 239 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 318 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 100 g | 318 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 150 g | 477 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 200 g | 636 kcal |
Calculated from 318 calories per 100 g.
Mini cottage cheese poğaça is a small Turkish savoury pastry filled with cottage cheese, also known as lor in Turkish. Its dough is shaped around the filling and baked; recipes vary in whether they use yeast or a quick leavening agent.
Mini cottage cheese poğaça is made by wrapping a soft dough around a cheese filling and baking the pieces until golden. Drain the cottage cheese if it is wet, seal each pastry well, and brush the tops with egg wash if desired.
No, mini cottage cheese poğaça is not the same as börek. Poğaça is usually a small, self-contained pastry made from dough, while börek is commonly layered or wrapped with thin pastry sheets such as yufka.
Yes, drained ricotta can work in mini cottage cheese poğaça as a substitute for cottage cheese. Its texture is often smoother, so drain it well and avoid adding too much filling to keep the pastries easy to seal.
Store mini cottage cheese poğaça in an airtight container once it has cooled. Because the filling contains cheese, refrigerate leftovers rather than leaving them out for an extended time, then warm them before serving if you prefer.
Yes, mini cottage cheese poğaça freezes well after baking and cooling. Freeze the pieces separately before packing them into a sealed container, then thaw and warm them in the oven to bring back some of their fresh-baked texture.
Mini cottage cheese poğaça is often served with tea as a breakfast or snack pastry. It also pairs well with fresh vegetables, olives, or a simple salad when served as part of a light meal.
Mini cottage cheese poğaça can crack or open if the dough is too dry, the filling is overstuffed, or the edges are not sealed firmly. Keep the dough pliable, use a modest amount of filling, and press the seam closed before baking.
Yes, mini cottage cheese poğaça can be eaten cold or at room temperature. Warming it is optional, but a brief time in the oven can soften the pastry and make the filling more appealing.
Yes, mini cottage cheese poğaça can fit into a weight-loss diet as an occasional, portion-conscious choice. Pairing one with vegetables or fruit can make a more balanced snack than eating several pastries on their own.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.78µg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
42mg · 6% DV
Sodium
128mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 80 calories in 1 piece (mini) (25 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Mini Cottage Cheese Pogaca is a small Turkish savoury pastry made with a soft dough and a filling of lor, a mild, crumbly whey cheese. The bite-sized shape makes it easy to serve as a snack, while the lightly browned outside contrasts with the tender dough and creamy, subtly tangy filling.
In Turkey, poğaça is commonly eaten at breakfast or with tea, and these mini pieces also suit a lunchbox or a shared snack. The pastry provides a mix of carbohydrates and fat, with some protein from the filling. Serve it warm or at room temperature; fresh vegetables or a simple salad make a lighter, more balanced pairing.
Medium
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
1.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.73g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.