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Traditional Turkish bun, usually soft, sesame-topped, plain or lightly sweet.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Yatim corek (60 g) has 186 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
186
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.1g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 11% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 186 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 264 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 279 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 372 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
Yatim corek is a Turkish bun, usually soft and topped with sesame. It may be plain or lightly sweet, and recipes can vary, so the name does not point to one fixed filling or exact formula.
Yatim corek is generally mild, with a soft bread-like texture and a subtle sesame flavor when topped with sesame seeds. Some versions are lightly sweet, while plain versions are less sweet and pair well with savory foods.
No. Yatim corek is usually a soft bun, while simit is known for its ring shape and chewy, sesame-crusted exterior. They are both Turkish baked goods, but their textures and usual forms are different.
Yatim corek is often served plain, with tea, or alongside foods such as cheese and olives. Its mild flavor also makes it easy to serve as part of a mixed breakfast or as a simple snack.
Yes. Sesame is a common topping for Yatim corek, not an essential part of the bun itself. Leaving it off gives you a plain-topped version; sesame can also be added to only some of the buns.
Yes. Yatim corek can be kept plain rather than lightly sweet, making it suitable alongside savory breakfast foods. Since recipes vary, adjust the dough’s sweetness to suit the way you plan to serve it.
Let Yatim corek cool before placing it in an airtight container at room temperature. Sealing it while still warm traps steam, which can make the surface damp and affect the bun’s texture.
Yes, Yatim corek freezes well once fully cooled. Wrap individual buns or place them in a sealed freezer bag, then thaw and warm them before serving to bring back a softer texture.
Warm Yatim corek briefly rather than leaving it in the oven for a long time. If it has become dry, lightly dampen the surface before reheating; this helps soften the bun without changing its basic flavor.
Yes. The lightly sweet version of Yatim corek works as a simple snack with tea or coffee. Plain versions can also be served this way, though they have a milder, more bread-like taste.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.26mg · 8% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
264mg · 11% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
51mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yatim corek is a traditional Turkish bun made from a soft dough, usually finished with sesame seeds. It may be plain or lightly sweet, and its shape and recipe can vary from one baker or household to another.
Its tender crumb and lightly nutty topping make it an easy choice for breakfast or a tea-time snack in Turkey. Serve it fresh, on its own, or alongside cheese and olives if you prefer a savoury pairing. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich baked good, with some protein and fibre; a 100 g portion provides 54 g of carbohydrate. For a more balanced light meal, pair a piece with yoghurt, eggs or fresh vegetables.
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.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 51:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (51:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.