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Sesame crinkle cookie Calories
Sweet sesame cookie with crackled surface
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sesame crinkle cookie (28 g) has 136 calories. That works out to 486 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.9 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sesame crinkle cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 28 g
136
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
16.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% 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%
Sesame crinkle cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 136 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.51 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 87 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| 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 Sesame crinkle cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 28 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 14 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 194 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 56 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 292 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 84 g | 408 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 120 g | 583 kcal |
Calculated from 486 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame crinkle cookie
How do you make sesame crinkle cookies?
Sesame crinkle cookies are made by mixing a cookie dough, shaping it into small balls, coating them with sesame seeds, and baking until set. Keep the dough soft but manageable, and leave space between the balls because they spread as they bake.
Why don’t sesame crinkle cookies crack?
Sesame crinkle cookies may not crack much if the oven is not fully preheated or the dough does not rise enough. Check that the leavening agent is fresh and avoid making the dough overly dense with extra flour.
Do sesame crinkle cookies contain tahini?
Sesame crinkle cookies do not have to contain tahini; many recipes use sesame seeds for the coating and flavor. Tahini can be added for a deeper sesame taste, but it makes the dough richer and may require adjusting the flour.
Are sesame crinkle cookies supposed to be chewy or crunchy?
Sesame crinkle cookies are usually tender inside with a lightly crisp exterior, though the texture varies by recipe and baking time. For a softer center, take them out when the middles still look slightly underdone; they firm up as they cool.
Can you use black sesame seeds for sesame crinkle cookies?
Yes, black sesame seeds work in sesame crinkle cookies and give them a more pronounced, slightly toasty flavor and a darker appearance. You can use them for the coating or mix them with white sesame seeds.
Should you chill sesame crinkle cookie dough before baking?
Chilling sesame crinkle cookie dough is helpful when it feels sticky or is difficult to shape. A short rest in the refrigerator firms it up and makes rolling easier; let it soften slightly if it becomes too hard to handle.
What temperature should you bake sesame crinkle cookies at?
Bake sesame crinkle cookies in a preheated oven at about 350°F (175°C), unless your recipe specifies otherwise. Start checking near the end of the suggested baking time, since smaller cookies and hotter ovens can brown them quickly.
How do you keep sesame crinkle cookies fresh?
Store sesame crinkle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature once they are completely cool. Trapping steam while they are still warm can soften the outside, so let them cool fully before putting them away.
Can you freeze sesame crinkle cookies?
Yes, baked sesame crinkle cookies can be frozen after cooling completely. Pack them in an airtight freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed; thaw at room temperature before serving, or warm them briefly to refresh the texture.
Why do sesame seeds fall off sesame crinkle cookies?
Sesame seeds fall off sesame crinkle cookies when the dough surface is too dry for them to stick. Lightly dampen or gently press each dough ball before rolling it in the seeds, then transfer it carefully to the baking tray.
Sesame crinkle cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.73mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.12µg · 4% DV
Folate
12.88µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.3µg · 6% DV
Sodium
87mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
Sesame crinkle cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sesame crinkle cookie
To burn the 136 calories in 1 piece (medium) (28 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 Sesame crinkle cookie?
Sesame crinkle cookie is a sweet baked biscuit, typically made with a flour-based dough and sesame seeds; its top splits into an irregular, crackled pattern as it bakes. Recipes vary, and the seeds may be mixed into the dough or pressed onto its surface. It is a familiar style of homemade and bakery cookie in Turkey.
The outside is often lightly crisp, while the centre stays tender, with toasted sesame adding a nutty note. In Turkey it is commonly served with tea or coffee; elsewhere, it works just as well as a small sweet alongside a hot drink. It is energy-dense, with 486 kcal per 100 g, so fruit alongside a modest portion can make for a lighter snack.
How Nutritious Is Sesame crinkle 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 Sesame crinkle 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 Sesame crinkle cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sesame crinkle 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
Sesame crinkle cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.51g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 171:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (171:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.