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Small, plump, golden-brown bread rolls with softly ridged, slightly glossy tops are arranged on a plate.

Ponçik açma Calories

Soft, sweet Turkish pastry roll, typically made with butter and milk.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

350kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Ponçik açma (70 g) has 245 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.4 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Ponçik açma Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g

245

KCAL / 70G

Carbs

36.4g

· 13% DV

Protein

4.9g

· 10% DV

Fat

8.4g

· 11% 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 60% · Protein 8% · Fat 32%

Ponçik açma nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories245 kcal
Total fat8.4 g11%
Saturated fat3.5 g18%
Trans fat0.07 g
Sodium245 mg11%
Total carbohydrate36.4 g13%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein4.9 g10%

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 Ponçik açma?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)70 g245 kcal
½ piece (half)35 g122 kcal
1 slice (thin)35 g122 kcal
1 piece (small)50 g175 kcal
100 g100 g350 kcal
1 piece (large)100 g350 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)120 g420 kcal
2 piece (double)140 g490 kcal

Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ponçik açma

What is Ponçik açma?

Ponçik açma is a soft Turkish bakery roll made from enriched dough, usually with milk and butter and a mildly sweet taste. It is commonly eaten at breakfast or with tea.

Does Ponçik açma have a filling?

Not always; Ponçik açma can be plain or filled, depending on the bakery or recipe. Chocolate, jam, and cheese are possible fillings, but the soft enriched dough is the defining feature.

How is Ponçik açma different from a croissant?

Ponçik açma is a soft, bread-like roll, while a croissant is laminated with layers of butter to create a flaky interior. Ponçik açma is not typically made by folding butter into layers.

Is Ponçik açma more like brioche or a bagel?

Ponçik açma is closer in texture to a soft enriched roll than to a bagel. Its dough commonly includes milk and butter, while bagels are boiled before baking and have a chewy crust.

How do you make Ponçik açma at home?

To make Ponçik açma, prepare a yeast dough with flour, milk, butter, and a little sugar, let it rise, shape it into rolls, then bake until done. Avoid adding too much extra flour so the crumb stays tender.

What do people serve with Ponçik açma?

Ponçik açma is often served with tea, especially at breakfast or as a snack. Because it is mildly sweet, it also pairs well with jam, while cheese or olives make a more savory plate.

How should you store Ponçik açma to keep it soft?

Keep Ponçik açma in an airtight container once it has cooled. It is best eaten fresh, since enriched rolls dry out over time; avoid leaving it exposed to air on the counter.

Can you freeze Ponçik açma?

Yes. Freeze Ponçik açma after it has cooled, wrapped individually or packed airtight. Thaw at room temperature, then warm it briefly if you want a softer, freshly baked texture.

How do you reheat Ponçik açma without drying it out?

Warm Ponçik açma briefly in a low oven or in short bursts in a microwave. Stop as soon as it is warm; prolonged heating can make the soft roll dry or tough.

Is Ponçik açma usually eaten plain or with something sweet?

Either is common: Ponçik açma is enjoyable plain, but its lightly sweet dough also goes well with jam or honey. If the roll is filled, serve it as it is so the filling remains the focus.

Ponçik açma Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.13mg · 11% DV

B3

1.05mg · 7% DV

B2

0.08mg · 6% DV

B12

0.14µg · 6% DV

Minerals

Sodium

245mg · 11% DV

Selenium

4.9µg · 9% DV

Phosphorus

49mg · 7% DV

Manganese

0.14mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

63mg · 2% DV

Ponçik açma Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

25.2
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Ponçik açma

To burn the 245 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):

🚶

61min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

25min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

33min

Cycling

🏊

29min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Ponçik açma?

Ponçik açma is a soft, mildly sweet Turkish bakery roll made from yeasted dough enriched with milk and butter. Its appeal is the tender, springy crumb and lightly browned outside; it is more like a rich bun than crusty bread.

In Turkey, it is commonly eaten at breakfast or alongside tea, either on its own or with savoury breakfast foods such as olives and cheese. The pastry gets much of its energy from carbohydrates, with 52 g per 100 g. For a more balanced breakfast, enjoy a piece with fresh or savoury sides rather than treating it as the whole meal.

How Nutritious Is Ponçik açma?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

26/ 100

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 Ponçik açma 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 Ponçik açma Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ponçik açma Good For?

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

Ponçik açma Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.4g

⚖️

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.