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Savory tea cookie Calories
Buttery savory flour-based cookie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Savory tea cookie (30 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 451 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.4 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 6.6 µg of Selenium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Savory tea cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 30 g
135
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
16.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Savory tea cookie nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.06 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 207 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| 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 2 Pieces of Savory tea cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 30 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 68 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 45 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 226 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 338 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 451 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 451 kcal |
Calculated from 451 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Savory tea cookie
How do you make a savory tea cookie?
A savory tea cookie is made by shaping a savory flour-based dough and baking it until lightly golden. Recipes commonly use butter or another fat, with seasonings and sometimes sesame; follow the recipe’s liquid amounts so the dough stays firm enough to shape.
What makes a savory tea cookie different from a sweet tea biscuit?
A savory tea cookie is seasoned with salt rather than made as a sweet, dessert-style biscuit. It is intended to go with tea as a salty snack, and may have a buttery, crumbly texture with sesame or other savory toppings.
Does a savory tea cookie contain tea leaves or brewed tea?
Not necessarily. “Tea” in savory tea cookie often refers to serving it with tea, not to an ingredient in the dough. Recipes vary, so check the ingredient list if you specifically want a cookie made with tea leaves or brewed tea.
Why are my savory tea cookies hard instead of crumbly?
Savory tea cookies can turn hard if the dough is overworked or contains too much flour or liquid. Mix only until the dough comes together, add flour gradually, and let the baked cookies cool before judging their final texture.
Why do savory tea cookies spread while baking?
Savory tea cookies may spread if the dough is too soft, the fat is warm, or the oven has not reached the recipe’s baking temperature. Chill shaped cookies briefly and bake them on a fully preheated tray or oven.
What can I sprinkle on savory tea cookies?
Sesame seeds are a common topping for savory tea cookies, and some versions use other seeds or savory seasonings. Press the topping gently into the shaped dough so it stays in place; an egg wash can help it stick and brown.
What should you serve with savory tea cookies?
Savory tea cookies pair naturally with black tea, but they also work alongside a light soup or a simple cheese plate. Their salty, buttery flavor suits unsweetened drinks particularly well, so sweet accompaniments are not essential.
How do you keep savory tea cookies crisp after baking?
Let savory tea cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Closing the container while they are warm traps steam and softens them; a brief reheat can help restore some crispness.
Can you freeze savory tea cookies?
Yes, savory tea cookies can be frozen after baking. Cool them completely, separate layers with baking paper, and store them in a sealed freezer-safe container; thaw them before serving, or warm them briefly to refresh their texture.
Can you make savory tea cookies without sesame?
Yes, savory tea cookies can be made without sesame. Leave the seeds off or replace the topping with another suitable seasoning; sesame is a topping in some recipes, not what defines this kind of salty tea-time cookie.
Savory tea cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
0.93mg · 6% DV
Folate
21.6µg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.56µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Sodium
207mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
35mg · 1% DV
Savory tea cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Savory tea cookie
To burn the 135 calories in 2 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Savory tea cookie?
A savory tea cookie is a Turkish-style home-baked biscuit, usually made with flour and butter; some recipes add egg or sesame. Despite the name, it is best understood as a salty cookie for tea time rather than assuming that tea is an ingredient. Its savoury flavour sets it apart from the sweeter biscuits often served with tea.
It is typically crisp and crumbly, and works as a small snack alongside tea or as part of a simple breakfast spread. The flour-and-butter base makes it energy-dense, with relatively little fibre. Pair a couple with fresh vegetables or yoghurt for a more balanced snack.
How Nutritious Is Savory tea 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 tea 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 tea cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Savory tea 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 tea cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.5:1).
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