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Turkish delight shortbread cookie Calories
Sweet butter cookie, high in sugar and fat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Turkish delight shortbread cookie (25 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Turkish delight shortbread cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
120
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 4% · Fat 44%
Turkish delight shortbread cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.53 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| 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 shortbread cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 192 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 384 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish delight shortbread cookie
What is a Turkish delight shortbread cookie?
A Turkish delight shortbread cookie is a buttery, crumbly cookie with a piece of Turkish delight baked inside. The contrast between the tender cookie and chewy, sweet centre makes it different from plain shortbread.
How do you make Turkish delight shortbread cookies?
To make Turkish delight shortbread cookies, shape a shortbread-style dough around small pieces of Turkish delight, sealing the filling inside before baking. Handle the dough gently and avoid oversized pieces of lokum, which can break through the cookie.
Why does Turkish delight leak out of shortbread cookies?
Turkish delight usually leaks out of shortbread cookies when the filling is too large or the dough seam is not fully sealed. Cut the lokum into small pieces, enclose it completely, and place the seam underneath on the baking tray.
Which Turkish delight works best in Turkish delight shortbread cookies?
Firm plain, rose, or fruit-flavoured Turkish delight works well in these cookies. Very soft lokum is sticky and harder to enclose, so chill it briefly and cut it into small pieces before filling the dough.
Should Turkish delight shortbread cookies turn brown in the oven?
No, Turkish delight shortbread cookies do not need to brown on top; they are often pale when properly baked. Look for lightly coloured bottoms and a set surface, since baking them until deeply golden can leave the cookies dry or hard.
How should you store Turkish delight shortbread cookies?
Store Turkish delight shortbread cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them somewhere cool and dry; moisture from the filling can soften the crumb over time, so avoid leaving the container open or storing it in a humid spot.
Can you freeze Turkish delight shortbread cookies?
Yes, you can freeze baked Turkish delight shortbread cookies after they have cooled. Layer them between sheets of baking paper in a sealed container, then thaw at room temperature; this helps protect the delicate cookie and sticky centre.
What does a Turkish delight shortbread cookie taste and feel like?
A Turkish delight shortbread cookie tastes buttery and sweet, with a crumbly outer layer and a chewy centre. Rose lokum gives it a floral note, while fruit-flavoured pieces add a brighter, fruity sweetness.
What can you serve with Turkish delight shortbread cookies?
Turkish delight shortbread cookies pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances their buttery sweetness. They are also commonly served as part of a mixed biscuit or dessert plate rather than as a standalone dessert.
Are Turkish delight shortbread cookies a traditional Turkish pastry?
Turkish delight shortbread cookies are a home-baking variation combining un kurabiyesi-style shortbread with lokum, rather than a single fixed traditional pastry. Recipes differ in the dough and the type of Turkish delight used.
Turkish delight shortbread cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
Folate
18.5µg · 5% DV
B3
0.7mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3µg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Sodium
41mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
22mg · 1% DV
Turkish delight shortbread cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish delight shortbread cookie
To burn the 120 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Turkish delight shortbread cookie?
A Turkish delight shortbread cookie is a crumbly, buttery biscuit made with flour and sugar, with pieces of lokum—Turkish delight—wrapped inside or mixed into the dough. It is a home-baking and bakery treat in Turkey, often brought out for guests and festive occasions. The shortbread has a tender, sandy texture, while the lokum softens during baking and adds a chewy, sweet centre. It is commonly served with Turkish tea or coffee, and can also be enjoyed as a small after-dinner sweet.
This is a rich, sweet cookie, with much of its energy coming from fat and carbohydrate: it provides 480 kcal per 100 g. Its sweetness pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. If you want a lighter snack, choose one small piece rather than serving several.
How Nutritious Is Turkish delight shortbread 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 shortbread 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 shortbread cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish delight shortbread 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 shortbread cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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