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Peypoğaça cheese pastry Calories
Cheese-filled savory pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Peypoğaça cheese pastry (85 g) has 293 calories. That works out to 345 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.8 g of carbs, 8.7 g of protein, 13.9 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 22.1 µg of Selenium covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Peypoğaça cheese pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
293
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
33.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
8.7g
· 17% DV
Fat
13.9g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 12% · Fat 42%
Peypoğaça cheese pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 293 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.9 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.03 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.17 g | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% |
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 Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 293 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 43 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 224 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 345 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 414 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 552 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 587 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 255 g | 880 kcal |
Calculated from 345 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peypoğaça cheese pastry
What is Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Peypoğaça cheese pastry is a savory baked pastry filled with cheese. It is commonly eaten as a breakfast food, snack, or accompaniment to tea.
How is Peypoğaça cheese pastry made?
Peypoğaça cheese pastry is made by wrapping cheese filling in pastry dough and baking it until golden. Recipes vary, but the dough is typically shaped around the filling before baking.
What cheese goes in Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
A crumbly, mildly salty cheese works well in Peypoğaça cheese pastry. Turkish white cheese is a common choice, and it can be blended with lor for a softer filling. Taste salty cheese before adding extra salt.
What is the difference between Peypoğaça cheese pastry and poğaça?
Peypoğaça cheese pastry specifically highlights a cheese filling, while poğaça is a broader category of Turkish savory pastries. Poğaça can also be plain or filled with ingredients such as olives or potatoes.
Is Peypoğaça cheese pastry eaten for breakfast?
Yes, Peypoğaça cheese pastry is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. Serve it warm with tea and fresh vegetables for a simple Turkish-style breakfast.
How do you reheat Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Reheat Peypoğaça cheese pastry in an oven for a crispier outside. A microwave is quicker but can make the pastry soft; let it cool briefly before eating because the cheese filling can become very hot.
How should Peypoğaça cheese pastry be stored?
Store Peypoğaça cheese pastry in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Avoid leaving its cheese filling at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you freeze Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Yes, Peypoğaça cheese pastry can be frozen once it has cooled. Wrap the pieces airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat in the oven to help retain the pastry’s texture.
What can you serve with Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Peypoğaça cheese pastry pairs well with tea, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives. For a fuller meal, serve it with a simple salad or alongside soup.
Does Peypoğaça cheese pastry raise blood sugar?
Yes, the flour-based pastry can raise blood sugar, even though the filling contains cheese. If you have diabetes, consider the pastry as part of the meal’s carbohydrates and follow your individualized meal guidance.
Peypoğaça cheese pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
6.89µg · 23% DV
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
B12
0.41µg · 17% DV
B3
2.64mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
151mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.41mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Peypoğaça cheese pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Peypoğaça cheese pastry
To burn the 293 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Peypoğaça cheese pastry is a Turkish-style savoury bake: dough is filled with cheese and baked until golden. The centre is soft and cheesy, while the outside may be tender or a little crisp depending on the dough and how it is made.
In Turkey, poğaça is a familiar choice for breakfast, a snack or tea time, enjoyed warm or at room temperature from bakeries and home kitchens. Outside Turkey, it works well as a portable savoury pastry for a lunchbox or casual snack. Its flour-based dough makes it mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein and fat from the cheese; pair it with fresh vegetables, or choose a smaller portion for a lighter bite.
How Nutritious Is Peypoğaça cheese pastry?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Peypoğaça cheese pastry 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 Peypoğaça cheese pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Peypoğaça cheese pastry 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
Peypoğaça cheese pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.6:1).
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