Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Almond Turkish delight Calories
Traditional sugar confection with almonds
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Almond Turkish delight (40 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 389 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Almond Turkish delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 40 g
156
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
34.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 3% · Fat 9%
Almond Turkish delight nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 2 Pieces of Almond Turkish delight?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 175 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 292 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 80 g | 311 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 389 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 389 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 467 kcal |
Calculated from 389 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Almond Turkish delight
What is almond Turkish delight made of?
Almond Turkish delight is made from a sugar-and-starch Turkish delight base with almonds added. Recipes may also include water and flavourings; the almonds can be mixed through the confection or placed in larger pieces.
How is almond Turkish delight different from plain Turkish delight?
Almond Turkish delight contains almonds, while plain Turkish delight does not. The nuts add a distinct flavour and a crunchy contrast to the soft, chewy starch-based confection.
Is almond Turkish delight the same as marzipan?
No, almond Turkish delight is not marzipan. Turkish delight is built around a starch-and-sugar mixture, while marzipan is made mainly from ground almonds and sugar, giving it a denser, more almond-forward texture.
Does almond Turkish delight contain whole almonds or chopped almonds?
It can contain either whole or chopped almonds, depending on the recipe and maker. Chopped nuts are distributed throughout the pieces, while whole almonds give each bite a more pronounced nutty centre.
How is almond Turkish delight traditionally made?
The sugar mixture is cooked with starch until it thickens, then almonds are added. The mixture is left to set, cut into pieces, and sometimes coated with starch or icing sugar to reduce sticking.
What is almond Turkish delight served with?
It is commonly served in small pieces with Turkish coffee or tea. Its sweetness makes it a popular confection to offer guests alongside a hot drink or include on a Turkish sweets platter.
How should almond Turkish delight be stored, and how long does it keep?
Keep almond Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air can make it dry and hard, while moisture can make it sticky; its keeping time varies with the recipe and storage conditions.
Can you freeze almond Turkish delight?
Yes, almond Turkish delight can be frozen, but thawing may make it damp or sticky and alter its texture. Seal it well before freezing, then let it come to room temperature in its wrapping before opening.
Why does almond Turkish delight become hard or sticky?
It can become hard when exposed to air and lose moisture, or sticky when it absorbs moisture or sweats inside its packaging. Store it sealed in a cool, dry place to help preserve its texture.
Can people with diabetes eat almond Turkish delight?
Almond Turkish delight contains sugar and can raise blood glucose. Anyone managing diabetes should account for it in their eating plan and, for advice tailored to their treatment and glucose targets, ask their doctor or dietitian.
Almond Turkish delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.44mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.16mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
21mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Almond Turkish delight Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Almond Turkish delight
To burn the 156 calories in 2 piece (medium) (40 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Almond Turkish delight?
Almond Turkish delight is a Turkish confection made by setting a sweet, starch-thickened mixture with pieces of almond. It belongs to the family of lokum, a long-established sweet associated with Turkey. Its texture is soft and chewy, with a gentle almond crunch and a pronounced sweetness.
In Turkey it is often offered with coffee or tea, served to guests, or given as a small gift; elsewhere, it makes a fitting accompaniment to Turkish coffee or an after-dinner sweet. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate, much of it sugar, so a small piece can be enough when you want a treat. Pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Almond Turkish delight?
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 Almond Turkish delight 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 Almond Turkish delight Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Almond Turkish delight Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Almond Turkish delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Compare Almond Turkish delight
Foods Similar to Almond Turkish delight
Have another question about Almond Turkish delight?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.