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Sesame sweet cookie Calories
Sweet syrupy sesame-coated cookie
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sesame sweet cookie (35 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.4 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 7.9 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Sesame sweet cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
163
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
20.4g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.9g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%
Sesame sweet cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.9 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.49 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.5 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 sweet cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 163 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 18 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 233 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 326 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 326 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 488 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 651 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame sweet cookie
What is a sesame sweet cookie?
A sesame sweet cookie is a baked, sesame-coated cookie soaked with syrup, in the style of Turkish şekerpare. Its outside has a toasted sesame taste, while the syrup makes the baked centre moist and sweet.
How do you make a sesame sweet cookie?
Mix a cookie dough, shape it into small pieces, coat the outside with sesame, and bake until golden. Pour syrup over the baked cookies and let them rest so it can soak in.
Is a sesame sweet cookie the same as Turkish şekerpare?
It is a sesame-coated variation of şekerpare, rather than a completely different kind of dessert. Traditional şekerpare is also baked and syrup-soaked, but sesame gives this version a distinct coating and flavour.
Why does sesame fall off a sesame sweet cookie?
Sesame can fall off a sesame sweet cookie if the dough surface is too dry for the seeds to stick. Lightly brush the shaped pieces with egg yolk or another coating specified in your recipe before pressing them into sesame.
Should the syrup be hot or cold for a sesame sweet cookie?
A common approach is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot sesame sweet cookies. This temperature contrast helps the cookies absorb syrup; follow your recipe if it gives a different method.
Does a sesame sweet cookie usually contain semolina?
Many recipes for sesame sweet cookies in the şekerpare style use semolina for a slightly grainy, tender bite, but it is not universal. Check the recipe before substituting it, because semolina affects the dough’s texture.
How should you store a sesame sweet cookie?
Store sesame sweet cookies in a covered container in a cool, dry place. Keeping them covered helps prevent the syrup-soaked centres from drying out and stops the sesame-coated surfaces from picking up moisture.
Can you freeze a sesame sweet cookie?
Yes, you can freeze sesame sweet cookies. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to an airtight container; thaw at room temperature before serving so the texture can soften evenly.
Why is my sesame sweet cookie hard?
A sesame sweet cookie can turn hard if it is overbaked or the dough is too dry. Take the cookies out once they are baked and let them absorb the syrup rather than leaving them in the oven to brown further.
What goes well with a sesame sweet cookie?
Unsweetened tea or black coffee pairs well with a sesame sweet cookie because the drink balances its syrupy sweetness. Serve it at room temperature, when the centre has had time to absorb the syrup.
Sesame sweet cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.84mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
Folate
18.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Selenium
3.85µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
Sesame sweet cookie Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sesame sweet cookie
To burn the 163 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Sesame sweet cookie?
Sesame sweet cookie is a sesame-topped take on şekerpare, a Turkish baked sweet typically made with flour and semolina, then soaked in sugar syrup. The sesame adds a toasted, nutty note to the buttery dough and balances its pronounced sweetness.
After absorbing the syrup, the cookie is tender and moist inside, with a lightly browned exterior. In Turkey it is commonly served with tea, offered to guests, and brought out for festive meals. Elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert alongside coffee or unsweetened tea. It is energy-dense and high in carbohydrates, with some protein and fibre from the sesame. A medium piece is about 35 g; choose a smaller portion if you want a lighter treat.
How Nutritious Is Sesame sweet 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 sweet 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 sweet cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sesame sweet 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 sweet cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 189:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (189:1).
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