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Punch cookie Calories
Sugary refined-flour cookie; energy-dense sweet snack
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Punch cookie (18 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 3.9 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.
Punch cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g
87
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 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 56% · Protein 5% · Fat 39%
Punch cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.46 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 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 Medium Punch cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 28 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 36 g | 175 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 Punch cookie
What is a punch cookie?
A punch cookie is a sweet cookie flavored to evoke punch, a spiced or fruit-based drink. Recipes vary: some add flavoring to the dough, while others include fillings or coatings, so the name does not specify one fixed recipe.
Do punch cookies contain alcohol?
Some punch cookies contain alcohol, but many are made without it. Recipes may use rum or liqueur, or choose a nonalcoholic extract instead; check the ingredients before serving them to children or anyone avoiding alcohol.
What gives punch cookies their flavor?
Punch cookies can get their flavor from citrus, spices, rum flavoring, or a combination of these. There is no single required flavor profile, and the word “punch” does not guarantee that a cookie contains the drink itself.
How do you make punch cookies?
Punch cookies are usually made by mixing a cookie dough, baking it, then adding punch-style flavoring or a filling, depending on the recipe. Butter, flour, sugar, and egg are common in cookie dough, but the flavorings and finishing touches vary.
Where did punch cookies originate?
Punch cookies are associated with European recipes for punch-flavored sweets, but the name is used for different recipes rather than one universally defined cookie. Check the particular recipe for its regional tradition and ingredients instead of assuming a single origin.
How should you store punch cookies?
Store punch cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place once they have cooled completely. If a filling or topping is perishable, refrigerate them; moisture from refrigeration can soften crisp cookies, so keep them sealed.
Can you freeze punch cookies?
Yes, punch cookies can be frozen, especially before adding a delicate icing or filling. Pack them airtight and thaw at room temperature; freeze filled or glazed versions only if the recipe’s filling and finish hold their texture after thawing.
What can you serve with punch cookies?
Serve punch cookies with tea, coffee, or another unsweetened drink. Their sweet, sometimes spiced flavor can stand on its own, so fruit or a simple drink is often a better pairing than another rich dessert.
Why do punch cookies spread too much while baking?
Punch cookies often spread when the dough is too warm, the butter has softened excessively, or the baking sheet is still hot. Chill the shaped dough and use a cool sheet; follow the recipe’s spacing and oven-temperature instructions.
Are punch cookies suitable for children?
Punch cookies can be suitable for children if the recipe is alcohol-free. Some versions use rum or liqueur, and baking does not guarantee that all alcohol disappears, so choose a recipe made with nonalcoholic flavoring.
Punch cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.43mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
1.98µg · 4% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.38mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
17mg · 1% DV
Punch cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Punch cookie
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (medium) (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 Punch cookie?
A punch cookie is a sweet, flour-based biscuit inspired by punch flavours. It is not a standard Turkish regional bake; the name is more closely associated with European punch-inspired baking, where recipes vary. The dough is typically sweet and rich, sometimes accented with citrus, spice or flavours reminiscent of the drink. Its texture can range from crisp to lightly tender, depending on the recipe.
Enjoy it with tea or coffee as a small treat, or serve it among festive biscuits. It is an energy-dense sweet made largely from refined flour and sugar; 100 g provides 485 kcal. A smaller piece alongside an unsweetened drink makes for a more modest snack.
How Nutritious Is Punch 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 Punch 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 Punch cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Punch 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
Punch cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.33g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.