Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Unleavened ring-shaped pastry
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Unleavened pastry ring (75 g) has 279 calories. That works out to 372 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.1 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of Selenium covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
279
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
39.1g
· 14% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
10.6g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 9% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 279 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.08 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 279 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 19 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 104 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 409 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 150 g | 558 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 225 g | 837 kcal |
Calculated from 372 calories per 100 g.
An unleavened pastry ring is a ring-shaped baked bread or pastry made without yeast. Recipes vary: some use egg, milk, or fat, and the surface may be finished with sesame or nigella seeds. Its texture is usually denser than risen yeast bread.
To make an unleavened pastry ring, mix flour with salt and the liquid and fat called for in your recipe, then knead just until a workable dough forms. Shape it into rings, add an egg wash or seeds if desired, and bake until browned.
No, an unleavened pastry ring is not the same as Turkish simit. Both can be ring-shaped, but this pastry is made without yeast, while simit is prepared with its own distinctive dough and typically has a sesame-coated crust.
It may rise slightly if its recipe includes a leavening ingredient such as baking powder, but it will not rise like yeast dough. Without any leavener, an unleavened pastry ring stays comparatively compact, so avoid expecting a fluffy, airy crumb.
An unleavened pastry ring can turn hard if the dough is too dry, overworked, or baked for too long. Add flour gradually rather than all at once, stop kneading once the dough comes together, and keep an eye on the surface as it bakes.
An unleavened pastry ring is often served plain with tea or alongside cheese, olives, and fresh vegetables. You can also pair it with soup or a savory spread; its firm texture makes it easy to tear and dip.
Yes, you can make an unleavened pastry ring without eggs, but use a recipe designed for that change. Eggs can contribute richness and help bind the dough, so the finished pastry may be less tender; milk or yogurt may be used in some recipes instead.
Sesame and nigella seeds are common savory toppings for an unleavened pastry ring, and some recipes brush the surface with beaten egg first. Press the seeds lightly into the topping so they stay attached during baking.
Let an unleavened pastry ring cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing it while warm traps steam and softens the crust; briefly reheating a dry piece can improve its texture before serving.
Yes, an unleavened pastry ring can be frozen. Cool it completely, wrap it airtight either whole or in portions, and thaw it before serving. A brief warm-up in the oven can refresh the outside after thawing.
Vitamins
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
B3
2.33mg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Sodium
308mg · 13% DV
Iron
2.17mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 279 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Unleavened pastry ring is a Turkish ring-shaped bake made from dough without yeast, typically using flour and fat; some recipes also include egg. Without fermentation, it has a tighter, less airy crumb than a yeasted bread or pastry. Recipes vary between home kitchens and bakeries, so the ring may be more crisp or more firm depending on how it is baked.
Its mild, often lightly savoury taste makes it an easy snack with tea, or a breakfast side alongside cheese, olives and fresh vegetables. It is fairly energy-dense at 372 kcal per 100 g, with modest fibre, so pairing a piece with fruit or vegetables can make for a more balanced snack. Choose a smaller portion if you want something lighter.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.