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Amasya Walnut Pastry Calories
Amasya Walnut Pastry
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Amasya Walnut Pastry (80 g) has 328 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.8 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 16 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Amasya Walnut Pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
328
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
40.8g
· 15% DV
Protein
5.7g
· 11% DV
Fat
16g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Amasya Walnut Pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 328 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
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 Amasya Walnut Pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 656 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Amasya Walnut Pastry
How do you make Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Amasya Walnut Pastry is made by filling dough with a walnut mixture, shaping it, and baking it until golden. Recipes differ in dough and shaping; spread the filling evenly so the walnut flavor reaches each portion.
What is in Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Amasya Walnut Pastry consists of dough and a walnut filling. The filling may include sugar or spices, while ingredients such as milk, fat, and yeast vary between recipes, so there is no single fixed formula.
Where does Amasya Walnut Pastry come from?
Amasya Walnut Pastry is associated with Amasya, a city in northern Turkey. It is a regional baked sweet, and home cooks may use different doughs and shapes while keeping the walnut filling as its defining feature.
What makes Amasya Walnut Pastry different from other walnut pastries?
Amasya Walnut Pastry is distinguished by its connection to Amasya’s regional cooking and the local ways of shaping and filling it. There is no universal recipe for walnut pastries, so the difference is more culinary tradition than a fixed ingredient list.
Why does the filling leak out of Amasya Walnut Pastry?
The filling can leak from Amasya Walnut Pastry if the dough is overfilled or its edges are not sealed securely. Leave a clear border around the filling, pinch the seam closed, and place the pastry seam-side down on the tray.
Why is my Amasya Walnut Pastry dry?
Amasya Walnut Pastry can turn dry if its dough is too stiff or it stays in the oven too long. Keep the dough soft rather than adding excess flour, and take the pastry out once it is baked and lightly golden.
How should you store Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Store Amasya Walnut Pastry in an airtight container in a cool, dry place once it has cooled completely. Sealing it while warm traps steam and softens the crust; freezing is a better option if you need to keep it longer.
Can you freeze Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Yes, Amasya Walnut Pastry freezes well. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions to prevent them sticking together, and store them in a sealed freezer-safe container; thaw at room temperature before serving.
What should you serve with Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Amasya Walnut Pastry is commonly enjoyed with tea or coffee. Its sweet walnut filling needs no elaborate accompaniment, though serving it in small slices makes it easy to share as an after-meal treat.
Can you make Amasya Walnut Pastry ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake Amasya Walnut Pastry ahead and serve it later. Let it cool fully before storing it airtight, then warm it briefly if you want a freshly baked feel without drying it out.
Amasya Walnut Pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.76µg · 10% DV
Sodium
208mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
Amasya Walnut Pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Amasya Walnut Pastry
To burn the 328 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Amasya Walnut Pastry?
Amasya Walnut Pastry is a baked speciality associated with Amasya in northern Turkey. It is made with dough, commonly leavened, and walnuts folded into or layered through it; recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen. Tender and gently sweet, with a nutty filling, it is often served in Turkey alongside tea and enjoyed at breakfast or as an afternoon snack. For readers elsewhere, it also works as a sharing pastry with coffee or tea. The combination of dough and walnuts makes it energy-dense, with 410 kcal per 100 g. A modest slice is satisfying; pair it with plain yoghurt or fresh fruit for a less rich snack.
How Nutritious Is Amasya Walnut Pastry?
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 Amasya Walnut Pastry 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 Amasya Walnut Pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Amasya Walnut Pastry 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
Amasya Walnut Pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.7:1).
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