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Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Calories
Traditional Syrian/Ottoman festive cookie, sesame, spiced, mildly sweet
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) (35 g) has 151 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 21 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
151
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
21g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 6% · Fat 38%
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)
What is Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)?
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) is a traditional Syrian and Ottoman-style festive cookie associated with Aleppo and Ramadan. It is mildly sweet, usually shaped as a ring, and known for its sesame coating and spiced aroma.
How is Ramadan Kahkesi different from Egyptian kahk?
Ramadan Kahkesi is typically a sesame-coated, spiced cookie without a filling. Egyptian kahk is often stuffed with dates, nuts, or other fillings and may be finished with powdered sugar, though recipes vary.
What spices are used in Ramadan Kahkesi?
Ramadan Kahkesi may be flavored with spices such as mahlab, anise, or fennel. There is no single fixed blend, so the aroma differs between recipes and families; sesame is a defining feature of its exterior.
Is Ramadan Kahkesi eaten only during Ramadan?
No, Ramadan Kahkesi is not limited to Ramadan. It is especially associated with the holy month and festive visits, but it can also be served as a sweet snack with tea or coffee at other times of year.
Why is Ramadan Kahkesi coated with sesame seeds?
Sesame gives Ramadan Kahkesi its characteristic nutty flavor and distinctive outer texture. The seeds are pressed onto the dough before baking; lightly moistening the surface in some recipes helps them adhere.
How do you make Ramadan Kahkesi at home?
To make Ramadan Kahkesi, prepare a mildly sweet dough, mix in the chosen spices, shape it into rings, and coat the outside with sesame. Bake until lightly colored; recipes differ in the fat and flavorings used.
What should you serve with Ramadan Kahkesi?
Serve Ramadan Kahkesi with black tea, Turkish coffee, or another unsweetened hot drink. Its mild sweetness and spiced sesame flavor make it a popular snack for guests, especially during Ramadan gatherings.
How should you store Ramadan Kahkesi?
Store Ramadan Kahkesi only after it has cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing it while warm traps steam and can soften the cookie; keep it away from humidity to preserve its texture.
Can Ramadan Kahkesi be frozen?
Yes, Ramadan Kahkesi can be frozen. Let the cookies cool completely, pack them in a freezer-safe airtight container, and thaw them at room temperature before serving. Avoid freezing them again after thawing.
Why did my Ramadan Kahkesi turn out hard?
Ramadan Kahkesi can turn hard if it is overbaked or if too much flour is worked into the dough. Take the cookies out when they are lightly colored, and remember that they firm up further as they cool.
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.1µg · 4% DV
Sodium
77mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
31mg · 1% DV
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)
To burn the 151 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)?
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) is a sesame-coated, gently sweet spiced cookie associated with Aleppo and Syrian festive baking, with roots in the wider Ottoman food tradition. Its dough is made with flour and bakes to a firm, crisp or crumbly texture; sesame gives the outside a toasty, nutty flavour.
In Syria it is enjoyed during Ramadan and around festive gatherings, often with tea or coffee. English-speaking readers may find it in Middle Eastern bakeries or serve it as a small after-dinner sweet. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat with some fat, so pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you prefer to keep the overall snack less sweet.
How Nutritious Is Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk)?
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 Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) 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 Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) 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
Ramadan Kahkesi (Aleppo Kahk) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30.3:1).
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