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Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Calories
Syrup-soaked, energy-dense traditional pastry with walnuts and hazelnuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts (45 g) has 209 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.6 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
209
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
23.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 6% · Fat 49%
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.65 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| 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 Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 209 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 22.5 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 326 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 419 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 558 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 628 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 250 g | 1163 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts
What is baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is a layered pastry made with thin sheets of dough, a filling of walnuts and hazelnuts, and sugar syrup. It is baked until crisp, then the syrup is poured over it and allowed to soak in.
What is baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts made of?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is typically made with thin pastry sheets, chopped walnuts, chopped hazelnuts, butter or another cooking fat, and sugar syrup. Recipes vary in the fat used and in how sweet or heavily soaked the finished pastry is.
How is baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts made?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is assembled by brushing pastry sheets with fat and layering them with the chopped nut filling. It is cut before baking, then syrup is poured over the browned pastry. Thin, evenly layered sheets help it bake crisp.
What is the difference between Turkish and Greek baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
Turkish and Greek baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts share layered pastry, nuts, and syrup, but recipes and regional styles vary. Greek versions often use honey or warm spices, while Turkish versions commonly rely on sugar syrup; neither description fits every bakery or family recipe.
Why does baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts get soggy?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts can turn soggy if it is underbaked, given too much syrup, or covered while still warm. Let the pastry brown well, add syrup in a controlled amount, and allow it to cool without trapping steam.
How should you store baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
Store baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts in a covered container in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration can make the pastry layers firm and less crisp, while humidity softens them; keep the container away from sunlight and sources of heat.
Can you freeze baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
Yes, baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts can be frozen. Separate the pieces or layer them with parchment in an airtight container, then thaw them at room temperature. Freezing and thawing may soften the crisp pastry, so avoid refreezing it.
Should baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts be served warm or cold?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is usually served at room temperature rather than piping hot or chilled. This lets the syrup settle and the layers hold together. It pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances its sweetness.
Can you make baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts less sweet?
Yes, you can make baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts less sweet by using less syrup or pouring it on gradually. Keep in mind that reducing it too much changes the pastry’s traditional syrup-soaked texture, not just its sweetness.
Is baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts healthy?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is a rich dessert, not an everyday staple. The nuts provide some nutrients, but the pastry also contains substantial syrup and fat, so a modest piece is a practical way to enjoy it.
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.17mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.46mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
26mg · 6% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
83mg · 2% DV
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts
To burn the 209 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts is a layered pastry associated with Turkish and wider Ottoman culinary traditions. Thin sheets of pastry are layered with chopped nuts, baked until crisp and golden, then soaked with syrup. The top is flaky while the centre turns tender as it absorbs the syrup; recipes vary in how generously they use each nut and how sweet they make the finish.
In Turkey and across many communities where baklava is enjoyed, it is served to guests, at celebrations and alongside tea or coffee. It is an energy-dense sweet, with much of its richness coming from the pastry, nuts and syrup. A small piece with unsweetened tea or coffee makes a satisfying treat without adding another sweet drink.
How Nutritious Is Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts?
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 Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts 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 Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts 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
Baklava with walnuts and hazelnuts Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.2:1).
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