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Sweet, energy-dense sesame simit topped with cocoa hazelnut spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Simit with Nutella (150 g) has 645 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 75.8 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 30.8 g of fat and 6.8 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 150 g
645
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
75.8g
· 28% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
30.8g
· 39% DV
Fiber
6.8g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 10% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 645 kcal | |
| Total fat | 30.8 g | 39% |
| Saturated fat | 7.8 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 645 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 75.8 g | 28% |
| Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (whole) | 150 g | 645 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 38 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 473 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 130 g | 559 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 170 g | 731 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 774 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 300 g | 1290 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Simit with Nutella is a Turkish sesame bread ring served with cocoa-hazelnut spread, either spread over the cut bread or tucked inside it. It is a sweet variation on plain simit, rather than a traditional, fixed recipe.
To make simit with Nutella, slice a fresh simit horizontally and spread Nutella inside or across the top. For a crisper texture, warm the plain simit first and add the spread afterward so it does not melt and run.
No, simit with Nutella is a modern sweet variation, not a traditional Turkish simit preparation. Plain sesame-covered simit has long been eaten as a street snack in Turkey; adding chocolate-hazelnut spread gives it a newer, dessert-like twist.
You can toast the plain simit before adding Nutella, which makes the crust crisp while keeping the spread smooth. If the Nutella is already on the simit, use gentle heat briefly; strong or prolonged heating can make the spread run.
Simit with Nutella pairs well with tea, coffee, or milk, and fresh fruit can balance its sweetness. Since it is already a rich, sweet snack, simple sides work better than adding another sugary topping.
Yes, simit with Nutella can be part of breakfast, but it works best as a sweet item alongside more filling foods such as eggs or yogurt. Its chocolate-hazelnut topping makes it more dessert-like than a balanced breakfast on its own.
Simit with Nutella is best eaten fresh because the bread can lose its crispness after the spread is added. If keeping it briefly, place it in a covered container at room temperature; refrigeration can make the simit firm and stale faster.
You can freeze simit, but freezing it plain and adding Nutella after thawing usually gives a better texture. Wrap the cooled bread well, thaw it, warm it lightly if desired, then spread on the Nutella just before serving.
Yes, Nutella softens and can melt on warm simit, especially when the bread is very hot. Let the simit cool slightly before spreading if you want the topping to stay in place rather than becoming runny.
Simit with Nutella can feel satisfying as a snack because it combines bread with a rich spread, but it may not keep you full as long as a meal with more protein and varied foods. Pairing it with yogurt or eggs can make breakfast more substantial.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
4.8mg · 32% DV
B3
5.1mg · 32% DV
B1
0.33mg · 28% DV
Folate
87µg · 22% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.27mg · 55% DV
Copper
0.48mg · 53% DV
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Sodium
645mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 645 calories in 1 piece (whole) (150 g):
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Simit with Nutella combines simit—a Turkish sesame-crusted ring bread, closely associated with Istanbul—with cocoa-hazelnut spread. The spread may be smeared over a cut-open ring or served on the side. Simit is sold by street vendors and bakeries across Turkey, where it is a familiar breakfast and snack.
Its toasted sesame exterior and soft, chewy middle contrast with the sweet, smooth spread. Enjoy it with tea for a filling breakfast or an easy snack; outside Turkey, it also makes a convenient café-style treat. This is an energy-dense choice, with 430 calories per 100 g. For a lighter portion, share one or use a smaller amount of spread, and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
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.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
7.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 144:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (144:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.