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Ankara Sarma Calories
Phyllo pastry, walnut, syrup dessert
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Ankara Sarma (60 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 8.7 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Ankara Sarma Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
222
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.7g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 6% · Fat 34%
Ankara Sarma nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.7 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Ankara Sarma?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ankara Sarma
What is Ankara Sarma?
Ankara Sarma is a Turkish syrup dessert made by rolling thin phyllo pastry around a walnut filling, baking it, and soaking it with syrup. Its rolled shape gives it a different look and texture from layered baklava.
How is Ankara Sarma made?
Ankara Sarma is made by filling thin phyllo sheets with walnuts, rolling them into logs, cutting them into pieces, and baking them before adding syrup. Keeping unused pastry covered while you work helps prevent it from drying and cracking.
What ingredients are in Ankara Sarma?
Ankara Sarma is typically made with thin phyllo pastry, walnuts, butter or another cooking fat, and sugar syrup. Some versions add lemon to the syrup, while the walnut filling and rolling technique vary between recipes.
How is Ankara Sarma different from baklava?
Ankara Sarma uses the same general pastry, nut, and syrup combination as baklava, but the phyllo is rolled around the filling instead of stacked in layers. That creates individual spiral or rolled pieces rather than a layered slice.
Why is my Ankara Sarma not absorbing the syrup?
Ankara Sarma may not absorb syrup well if both the pastry and syrup are at the same temperature, or if the pastry is underbaked. Many recipes pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot pieces; follow the method in your recipe.
Can you make Ankara Sarma ahead of time?
Yes, Ankara Sarma can be prepared ahead and served later. For the best pastry texture, bake and syrup it according to your recipe, let it cool completely, then keep it covered in a cool, dry place until serving.
How should you store Ankara Sarma?
Store Ankara Sarma in a covered container in a cool, dry place to keep it from drying out or taking on moisture. Refrigeration can soften the pastry, so it is usually unnecessary unless your kitchen is very warm.
Can Ankara Sarma be frozen?
Yes, Ankara Sarma can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Seal the pieces well to protect them from freezer odors, then thaw them covered at room temperature; the pastry may be softer than when freshly made.
What do you serve with Ankara Sarma?
Ankara Sarma is commonly served with unsweetened Turkish tea or coffee, which balances its syrupy sweetness. Offer small pieces after a meal or with a hot drink rather than pairing it with another rich dessert.
Can people with diabetes eat Ankara Sarma?
People with diabetes can include Ankara Sarma only if its syrup and portion fit their individual blood-sugar plan; the dessert can raise blood glucose. Ask your doctor or dietitian how to account for it alongside your meals and medication.
Ankara Sarma Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.26µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.27mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
37mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Ankara Sarma Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ankara Sarma
To burn the 222 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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 Ankara Sarma?
Ankara Sarma is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry associated with Ankara, made by rolling thin phyllo around walnuts, baking it until crisp, then adding syrup. The layers are flaky, the filling is nutty, and the overall taste is distinctly sweet. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal or offered to guests, often alongside tea or Turkish coffee; elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert with coffee or unsweetened tea.
The pastry and syrup make it mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, while walnuts contribute fat, a little protein and fibre. It is energy-dense, so a modest piece can be satisfying. Pair it with a less-sweet drink, or serve it as the sole dessert rather than alongside other rich sweets.
How Nutritious Is Ankara Sarma?
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 Ankara Sarma 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 Ankara Sarma Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ankara Sarma 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
Ankara Sarma Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.5:1).
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