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Savory simit cookie Calories
Sesame-coated savory pastry cookie
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Savory simit cookie (30 g) has 142 calories. That works out to 472 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.8 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Savory simit cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
142
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 8% · Fat 47%
Savory simit cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 142 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.24 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 Savory simit cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 22 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 212 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 283 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 283 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 354 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 425 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 472 kcal |
Calculated from 472 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Savory simit cookie
How do you make savory simit cookies?
Savory simit cookies are made by shaping a savory dough into rings, coating the rings with sesame, and baking them until golden. Recipes vary, but the dough commonly uses flour, fat, and salt, with an egg wash to help the sesame stick.
What ingredients are in savory simit cookies?
Savory simit cookies are typically made with flour, fat, salt, and sesame seeds. Depending on the recipe, yogurt, egg, vinegar, or mahlep may also be used; additions such as nigella seeds give the cookies a different flavor.
Why are my savory simit cookies not crunchy?
Savory simit cookies may turn out soft if the dough is overworked, too wet, or underbaked. Mix just until the dough comes together, bake until golden, and let the cookies cool completely before storing them so trapped steam does not soften them.
How should you store savory simit cookies?
Store savory simit cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing them while warm traps steam and softens them; if they lose their crunch, warming them briefly in the oven can help.
Can you freeze savory simit cookies?
Yes, savory simit cookies freeze well once baked and fully cooled. Pack them in an airtight container to protect their texture, then thaw and briefly warm them in the oven before serving. You can also freeze the shaped, unbaked dough.
Are savory simit cookies the same as Turkish simit?
No, savory simit cookies are not the same as Turkish simit bread. Both are often ring-shaped and coated with sesame, but the cookies are made from a richer, crumbly pastry dough, while simit is a chewy, leavened bread.
Why does savory simit cookie dough crumble when shaping?
Savory simit cookie dough usually crumbles when it is too dry or the flour-to-fat balance is off. Let the dough rest first; if it still will not hold together, mix in a little yogurt or water at a time until it is workable.
How do you get sesame seeds to stick to savory simit cookies?
Brush the shaped savory simit cookies with egg wash before coating them in sesame seeds. Press the seeds lightly into the surface so they stay put during baking; a little water can help if you are making an egg-free version.
What do you serve with savory simit cookies?
Savory simit cookies pair well with tea and are commonly served as a snack or part of a Turkish tea spread. Cheese and olives make suitable savory accompaniments, while the cookies can also be offered on their own.
Can you add mahlep to savory simit cookies?
Yes, some savory simit cookie recipes include mahlep, an aromatic spice made from cherry stones. It gives the dough a distinctive, slightly fragrant flavor, but the cookies can be made without it.
Savory simit cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.23mg · 8% DV
Folate
27.6µg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.83µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Sodium
282mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Savory simit cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Savory simit cookie
To burn the 142 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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 Savory simit cookie?
Savory simit cookie is a Turkish baked savoury biscuit, usually made from a flour-based dough shaped into small rings and coated with sesame seeds. It takes its name and shape from simit, Turkey’s familiar sesame-crusted bread ring, though the cookie is crisper and more crumbly. Recipes vary, but the flavour is typically gently salty with a toasty sesame finish.
In Turkey it is commonly served with tea, offered to guests, or packed as a snack; elsewhere, it works well alongside coffee or a savoury spread. Flour and added fat make it energy-dense, while sesame contributes some fibre and protein. Pair one with fruit or yoghurt for a more substantial snack.
How Nutritious Is Savory simit 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 Savory simit 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 Savory simit cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Savory simit cookie 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
Savory simit cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.59g
Omega 6:3 ratio 76.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (76.5:1).
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