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Soft cookie with orange zest and curd cheese
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Orange curd cookie (35 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.9 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
130
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
18.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% 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 60% · Protein 8% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.4 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 (medium) | 35 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 185 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 259 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 555 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
An orange curd cookie is a soft cookie made with curd cheese, orange zest, flour, sugar, and usually egg and a raising agent. The curd cheese gives it a tender, slightly moist crumb, while the zest supplies most of the orange flavor.
To make orange curd cookies, mix curd cheese with the sugar, then add egg, orange zest, and the dry ingredients to form a soft dough. Shape portions on a baking tray and bake until set and lightly colored; avoid baking until deeply browned if you want a tender center.
Yes, drained ricotta can replace the curd cheese in orange curd cookies, but it is often wetter and smoother. Drain it well before mixing, then add flour gradually only if the dough needs it; too much flour can make the cookies dry.
Orange curd cookies can spread when the curd cheese is very wet, the dough is too warm, or the baking tray is still hot. Drain excess liquid from the cheese, chill the dough briefly, and bake on a cool tray with space between portions.
No, orange curd cookies should not usually taste strongly of cheese. Fresh, mild curd cheese contributes a gentle tang and soft texture, while orange zest gives the main aroma; a sour or unpleasant cheese taste can mean the curd is no longer fresh.
Yes, you can freeze baked orange curd cookies once they have cooled completely. Store them in a sealed freezer-safe container with layers separated to prevent sticking, then thaw at room temperature; repeated thawing and refreezing can harm their texture.
Store orange curd cookies in an airtight container after they have cooled completely. Because they contain fresh curd cheese, refrigerate them in warm conditions and avoid leaving them out for extended periods; bring a portion briefly to room temperature before serving for a softer bite.
No, orange juice is not a direct replacement for zest in orange curd cookies. Zest carries concentrated citrus oils, whereas juice adds liquid and can loosen the dough; if you use a little juice for flavor, adjust the dough cautiously rather than pouring in more.
Orange curd cookies are generally intended to be soft rather than crisp. Curd cheese adds moisture, so the centers should stay tender; baking them until the edges are lightly set helps preserve that texture without leaving the dough raw.
Orange curd cookies do not have one universally established origin or a single fixed recipe. They are a home-style variation that combines curd cheese with citrus, and recipes can differ in sweetness, shape, and how prominently the orange zest is used.
Vitamins
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.05µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.42mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.75µg · 3% DV
Calcium
25mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
42mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Orange curd cookie is a soft cookie made with lor, a mild Turkish curd cheese, and orange zest. Home recipes vary, but the cheese gives the crumb a tender texture while the citrus adds fragrance. It’s a familiar kind of homemade bake for tea time in Turkey, and works just as well as a sweet treat to share with coffee or take along for a snack.
The flavour is gently sweet, with a fresh orange note rather than a strong cheese taste. A medium cookie is about 35 g. Flour and sugar make it a carbohydrate-rich sweet, while the lor adds some protein; a 100 g portion provides 370 kcal. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee, or keep to one small cookie when you want a lighter snack.
Low
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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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.47g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.