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Pale golden, ridged semolina pastries sit on a plate, one split open to show its coarse brown walnut filling, with thick white foam and a light dusting of cinnamon alongside.

Walnut-filled kerebic Calories

Traditional semolina cookie with walnut filling

CALORIES · 100 G

471kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

205mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Walnut-filled kerebic (35 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 471 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Walnut-filled kerebic Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

165

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

20.2g

· 7% DV

Protein

2.5g

· 5% DV

Fat

8.5g

· 11% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 6% · Fat 46%

Walnut-filled kerebic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories165 kcal
Total fat8.5 g11%
Saturated fat2.83 g14%
Trans fat0.09 g
Sodium74 mg3%
Total carbohydrate20.2 g7%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Protein2.5 g5%

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 Walnut-filled kerebic?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g165 kcal
1 piece (mini)20 g94 kcal
1 piece (small)28 g132 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g236 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)70 g330 kcal
2 piece (double)70 g330 kcal
1 serving (medium)70 g330 kcal
100 g100 g471 kcal
3 piece (triple)105 g495 kcal

Calculated from 471 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut-filled kerebic

What is walnut-filled kerebic?

Walnut-filled kerebic is a traditional Turkish semolina cookie filled with walnuts. It is commonly served with a distinctive white foam made from çöven root, which gives the dessert its characteristic presentation.

Where does walnut-filled kerebic come from?

Walnut-filled kerebic is especially associated with Mersin, a city in southern Turkey. Kerebic is popular there during Ramadan, but bakeries and home cooks make it at other times of year too.

What is the white foam served with walnut-filled kerebic?

The foam served with walnut-filled kerebic is traditionally made using an extract from çöven, a plant root, rather than being ordinary whipped cream. It adds a light, soft contrast to the semolina cookie.

How do you eat walnut-filled kerebic?

Walnut-filled kerebic is usually eaten with çöven foam spooned over or served alongside the cookies, often with a dusting of powdered sugar. Add the foam shortly before eating so the cookie keeps its texture.

Does walnut-filled kerebic foam contain egg whites?

Traditional çöven foam for walnut-filled kerebic is made with çöven-root extract and sugar, not egg whites. Recipes and commercial versions can differ, so the traditional foam should not be confused with meringue.

How is walnut-filled kerebic made?

Walnut-filled kerebic is made by wrapping walnut filling in semolina-based dough, shaping the pieces in a mold, and baking them. The çöven foam is prepared separately and added when the cookies are served.

How is walnut-filled kerebic different from ma'amoul?

Walnut-filled kerebic is a Turkish semolina cookie traditionally served with çöven foam. Ma'amoul is a different filled pastry found in several Middle Eastern cuisines, often made with a distinct dough and served without that foam.

Can walnut-filled kerebic be made with pistachios instead?

Yes. A pistachio-filled version of kerebic is also made, particularly in southern Turkey. The filling changes from walnuts to pistachios, while the semolina dough and traditional çöven-foam serving style may remain similar.

How should walnut-filled kerebic be stored?

Store walnut-filled kerebic without the foam in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep the foam separate and add it just before serving, since it can soften the cookie.

Can you freeze walnut-filled kerebic?

Yes, walnut-filled kerebic can be frozen without its çöven foam. Thaw the cookies at room temperature and add freshly prepared foam for serving; the foam itself is not a good candidate for freezing.

Walnut-filled kerebic Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

Biotin

1.43µg · 5% DV

B6

0.06mg · 4% DV

B3

0.58mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.17mg · 19% DV

Manganese

0.39mg · 17% DV

Selenium

5.95µg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

61mg · 9% DV

Sodium

74mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

72mg · 2% DV

Walnut-filled kerebic Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.5
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Walnut-filled kerebic

To burn the 165 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

41min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

22min

Cycling

🏊

19min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Walnut-filled kerebic?

Walnut-filled kerebic is a traditional sweet from Mersin in southern Turkey: a semolina-based dough is shaped around a walnut filling, then baked. It is often served with a light, white foam made from çöven, a plant traditionally used for this purpose.

The shell is gently crisp and crumbly, while the center is rich with walnuts. In Turkey, kerebic is especially associated with Ramadan and is enjoyed after iftar, though it also makes a treat with tea. It is energy-dense, with 471 calories per 100 g, so a modest piece can be satisfying. Serve it with unsweetened tea to balance its sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Walnut-filled kerebic?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 100

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

28/ 100

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 Walnut-filled kerebic 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 Walnut-filled kerebic Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Walnut-filled kerebic Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Walnut-filled kerebic Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.83g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.89g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.99g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.