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Pinch cookie Calories
Sweet flour-based traditional cookie; energy-dense and mainly carbohydrate- and fat-based.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Pinch cookie (18 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.7 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pinch cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 18 g
87
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
11.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% 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 54% · Protein 5% · Fat 41%
Pinch cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.64 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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 Small Pinch cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 28 g | 136 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 36 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 218 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 54 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pinch cookie
What is a Pinch cookie?
A Pinch cookie is a small flour-based cookie distinguished by dough pinched by hand to create its shape or edge. Recipes vary, so the ingredients and exact appearance can differ from one home-style version to another.
How do you make Pinch cookies?
You make Pinch cookies by mixing a cookie dough, shaping it into small portions, and pinching the edges with your fingers before baking. Handle the dough gently; overworking it can make the finished cookies tougher.
Are Pinch cookies the same as thumbprint cookies?
No, Pinch cookies are not necessarily the same as thumbprint cookies. Thumbprints are defined by a central indentation that is often filled with jam, while a Pinch cookie gets its name from shaping dough by pinching it.
Why do Pinch cookies lose their shape in the oven?
Pinch cookies can spread if the dough is too soft or the fat in it is warm. Chilling the shaped dough briefly before baking can help it hold the pinched edges; leave space between cookies on the tray.
Why are my Pinch cookies hard instead of tender?
Pinch cookies often turn hard when too much flour is added or they bake for too long. Add flour gradually and take them out when the bottoms are just lightly colored; they firm up as they cool.
Can you freeze Pinch cookie dough?
Yes, Pinch cookie dough can be frozen, either as a wrapped portion or after shaping. Freeze the pieces on a tray first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container.
How should you store baked Pinch cookies?
Store Pinch cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container at room temperature. Trapped warmth creates moisture and softens them; keep the container away from humid spots and direct sunlight.
Can you make Pinch cookies without a cookie cutter?
Yes, Pinch cookies are usually shaped by hand, so a cutter is not required. Roll or portion the dough into small pieces, then pinch the edges with your fingers to form the characteristic shape.
Do Pinch cookies need to be filled with jam?
No, jam is not required for Pinch cookies. Some recipes or home variations may add a filling, but the defining feature is the pinched dough shape, not a particular center or topping.
What can you serve with Pinch cookies?
Pinch cookies pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances their sweet, rich taste. They also work on a mixed cookie platter; serve them plain rather than adding another very sweet accompaniment.
Pinch cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.43mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.16µg · 4% DV
Iron
0.38mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
14mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
17mg · 1% DV
Pinch cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pinch cookie
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (small) (18 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Pinch cookie?
A pinch cookie is a small traditional Turkish home-baked biscuit, named for the way the dough is pinched into shape. Recipes vary, but the dough is generally based on flour, sugar and fat, with the finished cookies baked until set.
Depending on the recipe, they can be crisp or pleasantly crumbly, with a simple sweetness that suits tea time. In Turkey, they are often served with tea, offered to guests or kept for an everyday treat; elsewhere, they work just as well alongside coffee or tea. They are energy-dense and mainly provide carbohydrate and fat: 100 g contains 485 calories. One small piece makes a modest sweet bite, and serving it with unsweetened tea helps keep the snack simple.
How Nutritious Is Pinch cookie?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Pinch 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 Pinch cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pinch 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
Pinch cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43:1).
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