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Soft cookie Calories
Soft-textured sweet snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Soft cookie (35 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 458 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.5 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Soft cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
160
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
22.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 5% · Fat 40%
Soft cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.77 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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 Soft cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 18 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 229 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 321 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 70 g | 321 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 75 g | 344 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 458 kcal |
Calculated from 458 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soft cookie
What makes soft cookies chewy instead of cakey?
A higher proportion of moisture-retaining ingredients, such as brown sugar, helps a soft cookie turn out chewy. Too much flour or overmixing can make the texture more cake-like, so follow the recipe’s measurements and mix only until combined.
How do you keep soft cookies from going hard?
Store soft cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Exposure to air dries them out; keeping them sealed helps preserve their tender texture.
Why did my soft cookies turn hard?
Soft cookies often turn hard because they were baked too long or left exposed to air. Take them out when the edges are set but the centers are still soft, and store them in a sealed container after cooling.
How long should you bake a soft cookie?
Bake a soft cookie until its edges look set and its center still appears slightly underdone. The exact time varies with the recipe, cookie size, and oven, so use the texture cues rather than waiting for the whole cookie to feel firm.
Should you chill soft cookie dough before baking?
Yes, chilling soft cookie dough can help the cookies spread less and hold their shape. It also gives the flour time to absorb moisture, which can improve the texture; keep the dough covered while it chills.
Can you freeze soft cookies?
Yes, you can freeze baked soft cookies or portions of cookie dough in an airtight container. Thaw baked cookies before serving, or bake frozen dough according to the recipe, allowing for extra baking time if needed.
Why do soft cookies spread too much in the oven?
Soft cookies can spread too much if the butter is melted, the dough is warm, or the baking sheet is still hot. Chill the dough and use a cool baking sheet to help the cookies keep their shape.
Can you make soft cookies without brown sugar?
Yes, you can make soft cookies with white sugar, but they may turn out less moist and chewy than cookies made with brown sugar. Use a recipe designed for white sugar rather than swapping ingredients without adjusting the proportions.
Is it safe to eat soft cookie dough raw?
No, raw soft cookie dough is not considered safe to eat because uncooked flour and eggs can carry harmful germs. Bake the dough fully before eating the cookies.
What is the difference between a chewy and a cakey soft cookie?
A chewy soft cookie is dense and moist, while a cakey soft cookie is lighter and more crumbly, like a small cake. The difference comes from the recipe’s ingredient balance and mixing method.
Soft cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B3
0.91mg · 6% DV
Folate
21.7µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.55µg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
37mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Soft cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Soft cookie
To burn the 160 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Soft cookie?
A soft cookie is a baked sweet made from a dough typically combining flour, sugar and fat, often with egg. It is baked just long enough to set while keeping a tender, sometimes chewy centre; thick American-style versions may include chocolate chips. Soft cookies are enjoyed as an everyday treat in the United States and in many other places, often with coffee or a glass of milk, and they also work well packed as a snack. They are sweet and soft rather than crisp, with most of their energy coming from carbohydrates and fat; 100 g provides 458 calories. Choose one medium cookie with unsweetened tea or coffee for a simple, less-heavy pairing.
How Nutritious Is Soft 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 Soft cookie Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Soft cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Soft 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
Soft cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.77g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.37g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.