Cheese Pie
The much-loved morning warmth of every neighbourhood: golden baked dough filled with white local cheese and a sprinkle of nigella seeds. The protein and fat of the cheese slow the digestion of the dough's starch, giving the pie a medium glycemic index (≈50) and a deep, long-lasting feeling of fullness.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat the pie slowly and enjoy it as a compact main meal, with leafy greens such as fresh mint and rocket for more fibre and to balance the saltiness of the cheese.
Best preparation methods
Soak the local cheese in warm water before making the pies to remove excess salt, and add nigella and sesame seeds for healthy fats and a distinctive traditional flavour.
Important Nutritional Note
The cheese in these pies provides a good amount of calcium but can be high in fat, so one medium pie is enough for fullness without weighing down your digestion.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | 312 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g | 12 g |
| Carbohydrate | 28 g | 28 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 26.5 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 17 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Breads & pastries with a glycemic index (8), it ranks 1 (lowest first). This is one of the lowest-GI foods in its group.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cheese Pie good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 100 g portion gives 312 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Cheese Pie affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 50 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 100 g portion has a glycemic load of 13.2 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Cheese Pie?
A typical 100 g portion of Cheese Pie provides about 312 kcal, 12 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate, 17 g fat and 1.5 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.