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Turkish Delight Cookie Calories
Sweet cookie made with traditional Turkish delight
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Turkish Delight Cookie (30 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.5 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Turkish Delight Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
126
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
19.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 4% · Fat 33%
Turkish Delight Cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
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 Turkish Delight Cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 378 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 630 kcal |
Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish Delight Cookie
What is a Turkish Delight Cookie?
A Turkish Delight Cookie is a cookie made with a piece of Turkish delight, also called lokum, enclosed in the dough. The filling softens as it bakes, giving the cookie a chewy or gooey centre depending on the lokum and recipe.
How do you make Turkish Delight Cookies?
To make Turkish Delight Cookies, wrap cookie dough around small pieces of lokum, seal the seams, and bake until the cookies are set. Keep the filling fully covered by dough so it is less likely to leak onto the baking tray.
What kind of Turkish delight works best in Turkish Delight Cookies?
Plain lokum is an easy choice for Turkish Delight Cookies, while rose or fruit-flavoured pieces add their own aroma. Cut large pieces smaller so the dough can cover them completely and the cookies are easier to shape.
Why does Turkish delight leak out of Turkish Delight Cookies?
Turkish delight usually leaks from Turkish Delight Cookies when the dough is too thin around the filling or the seams are not sealed. Enclose each piece completely and smooth over any cracks before baking.
Why do Turkish Delight Cookies spread in the oven?
Turkish Delight Cookies can spread if the dough is very soft or warm when it goes into the oven. If it is difficult to handle, chill it briefly before shaping, and leave space between the cookies on the tray.
How should you store Turkish Delight Cookies?
Store Turkish Delight Cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place once they have cooled completely. Closing the container while they are warm traps steam and can make the cookies soft; the lokum centre may also become stickier over time.
Can you freeze Turkish Delight Cookies?
Yes, you can freeze Turkish Delight Cookies after they have cooled. Pack them in a sealed freezer-safe container, keeping them from sticking together, and thaw them at room temperature; the lokum may be softer after thawing.
What should you serve with Turkish Delight Cookies?
Turkish Delight Cookies pair well with black tea or coffee. Since the lokum already makes them sweet, they work nicely as a small treat alongside a drink rather than with another rich dessert.
Can you use chocolate instead of lokum in Turkish Delight Cookies?
Yes, you can use small pieces of chocolate instead of lokum, but the result will be a chocolate-filled cookie rather than a traditional Turkish Delight Cookie. Seal the filling inside the dough to help prevent it from escaping during baking.
Should Turkish Delight Cookies be soft when they come out of the oven?
Yes, Turkish Delight Cookies may feel soft in the centre when they first come out, then firm up as they cool. Baking them too long can dry out the cookie, so take them out once they look set and lightly coloured.
Turkish Delight Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.3µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.21mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Turkish Delight Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish Delight Cookie
To burn the 126 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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 Turkish Delight Cookie?
A Turkish Delight Cookie is a home-style or bakery cookie made with pieces of lokum, the chewy confection also known as Turkish delight, tucked into or wrapped in the dough. Baking softens the lokum, giving the centre a sweet, tender chew against a more crumbly or crisp cookie exterior.
In Turkey, these are often served with tea, offered to guests, or brought out for festive visits. They suit anyone looking for a sweet treat, though they are mostly a source of carbohydrates and fat rather than protein. Keep the portion modest and serve one with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want a less sugary-feeling snack.
How Nutritious Is Turkish Delight 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 Turkish Delight 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 Turkish Delight Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish Delight 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
Turkish Delight Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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