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Butter cookie Calories
Butter-rich sweet cookie
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Butter cookie (20 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 502 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Butter cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 20 g
100
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%
Butter cookie nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.82 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 Butter cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 20 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 151 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 40 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 251 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 60 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 377 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 502 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 100 g | 502 kcal |
Calculated from 502 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter cookie
What is a butter cookie (su kurabiyesi)?
It is a Turkish-style, buttery cookie known for a delicate, crumbly texture. Recipes vary, and some include water in the dough; it is baked like a cookie, not cooked in water.
Why is a butter cookie called su kurabiyesi, or “water cookie”?
The Turkish name means “water cookie,” and some versions use water in the dough. It does not mean the cookie is boiled or baked in water, and the ingredient list can differ between recipes.
How is a Turkish butter cookie different from un kurabiyesi?
Su kurabiyesi recipes may include water, while un kurabiyesi is commonly made with flour, fat, and powdered sugar. Both can have a melt-in-the-mouth texture, so the exact distinction depends on the recipe and regional naming.
How is a Turkish butter cookie different from shortbread?
A Turkish butter cookie may include water and is shaped and baked according to its own regional recipe. Shortbread traditionally relies on a simple flour, butter, and sugar dough, so the ingredients and texture are not always the same.
Why does a Turkish butter cookie crumble so easily?
Its buttery dough is designed to bake into a delicate, tender cookie. Too much flour or overworking the dough can make it dry and hard, while handling the baked cookies before they cool can make them break apart.
Why does su kurabiyesi dough crack when shaped?
The dough is usually too dry or cold to shape smoothly when it cracks. Work in a little moisture only if the recipe allows, or let chilled dough soften briefly; adding too much flour can make the problem worse.
Why do Turkish butter cookies spread in the oven?
They can spread if the butter is very soft or the shaped dough goes into the oven warm. Chilling the shaped cookies briefly helps them keep their form during baking.
How are Turkish butter cookies usually served?
They are commonly served at room temperature with Turkish tea, often alongside other small sweets or biscuits. Let them cool fully after baking so their delicate texture sets before you move them to a serving plate.
How should you store Turkish butter cookies?
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep them away from steam and other sources of moisture, which can soften their crumbly texture.
Can you freeze Turkish butter cookies?
Yes, you can freeze baked Turkish butter cookies once they have cooled completely. Pack them in an airtight freezer container and thaw at room temperature; avoid sealing them while still warm, since trapped moisture can soften them.
Butter cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
39.6µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.24mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.46mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Butter cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter cookie
To burn the 100 calories in 2 piece (medium) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Butter cookie?
Butter cookie is the name used here for su kurabiyesi, a Turkish tea-time biscuit made with flour, butter and powdered sugar; some recipes also include starch. Despite its name, water is not a defining ingredient. It is commonly baked at home and sold in Turkish bakeries.
The biscuit is tender and crumbly, with a rich buttery taste, and is usually served alongside tea. It is an energy-dense sweet, with substantial fat and little fibre, so a small serving works well as an occasional treat. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee, rather than another sweet, if you want to keep the snack lighter.
How Nutritious Is Butter 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 Butter 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 Butter cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter 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
Butter cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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