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Seeded açma Calories
Soft enriched pastry bread topped with seeds
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Seeded açma (90 g) has 335 calories. That works out to 372 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.4 g of carbs, 9.4 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Seeded açma Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
335
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
39.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
9.4g
· 19% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 11% · Fat 42%
Seeded açma nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 335 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.8 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.59 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 387 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% |
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 Seeded açma?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 335 kcal |
| 30 g | 30 g | 112 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 205 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 484 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 670 kcal |
Calculated from 372 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seeded açma
What is seeded açma?
Seeded açma is a soft, yeast-raised Turkish bakery pastry, usually shaped into a ring or twist and topped with seeds. Its enriched dough makes it tender and richer than a plain bread roll.
How is seeded açma different from simit?
Seeded açma has a soft, rich crumb, while simit is firmer and traditionally has a crisp, sesame-coated crust. Seeded açma is usually topped with sunflower kernels rather than the sesame crust that defines simit.
What ingredients are in seeded açma?
Seeded açma is commonly made with flour, yeast, milk or yogurt, oil or butter, egg, a little sugar, and salt. Sunflower kernels are a typical topping, though bakery recipes and dough ingredients vary.
Why is seeded açma so soft?
Seeded açma is soft because its yeast dough is enriched with fat and often milk or yogurt. Proper proofing gives it a light crumb, while baking it just until golden helps keep it from drying out.
How do you make seeded açma at home?
To make seeded açma, knead an enriched yeast dough, let it rise, then shape it into rings or twists. Brush the tops with egg, add sunflower kernels, and bake in a preheated oven until golden.
What seeds are used on seeded açma?
Sunflower kernels are the usual topping on seeded açma, which is what “çekirdekli” commonly refers to in this name. Some bakeries use other seeds or a mixture, so the topping can vary.
Is seeded açma sweet or savory?
Seeded açma is usually savory, though its dough may have a slight sweetness from a little sugar. It is generally eaten as a bakery snack or breakfast bread, rather than as a dessert.
How should you reheat seeded açma?
Reheat seeded açma briefly in a warm oven for the best texture. A microwave works when you need speed, but it can make the pastry chewy, so eat it soon after warming.
How long does seeded açma stay fresh?
Seeded açma is best on the day it is baked. Once cool, keep it sealed at room temperature to slow drying; if it has firmed up, warm it briefly before serving.
Can you freeze seeded açma?
Yes, seeded açma freezes well when wrapped tightly after cooling. Freeze individual pieces so you can take out only what you need, then thaw at room temperature and warm in the oven.
Seeded açma Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.38mg · 32% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B3
3.69mg · 23% DV
Folate
70.2µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.47mg · 20% DV
Sodium
387mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
115mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
Seeded açma Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Seeded açma
To burn the 335 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 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 Seeded açma?
Seeded açma is a soft, enriched Turkish yeast bread, usually shaped into a ring or twist and topped with seeds. It is a familiar bakery staple in Turkey, where its tender, slightly rich crumb makes it more substantial than a plain bread roll.
It is often eaten at breakfast or as a snack with tea, and can be served on its own or alongside cheese, olives and fresh vegetables. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it works well as a savoury breakfast roll or an easy portable snack. Its dough makes it relatively energy-dense, with carbohydrates and fat contributing much of its character; it also provides some protein and fibre. Pair it with vegetables or keep to one piece for a lighter meal.
How Nutritious Is Seeded açma?
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 Seeded 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 Seeded açma Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Seeded açma 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
Seeded açma Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.97g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37.3:1).
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