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Pumpkin sinkonto Calories
Sweet, oven-baked pumpkin dessert, traditional Turkish cuisine with sugar and walnuts.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pumpkin sinkonto (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 384 µg of Vitamin A covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pumpkin sinkonto Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% 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 86% · Protein 4% · Fat 10%
Pumpkin sinkonto nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 Pumpkin sinkonto?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pumpkin sinkonto
What is pumpkin sinkonto?
Pumpkin sinkonto is a Turkish baked pumpkin dessert sweetened with sugar and served with walnuts. Recipes can vary from household to household, but the defining features are tender pumpkin pieces and a sweet, oven-baked preparation.
How do you make pumpkin sinkonto?
To make pumpkin sinkonto, cut pumpkin into pieces, sweeten it with sugar, and bake until tender. Add walnuts for serving. Keep the pieces similar in size so they cook evenly and are less likely to fall apart.
What is the difference between pumpkin sinkonto and Turkish pumpkin dessert?
Pumpkin sinkonto is a kind of Turkish pumpkin dessert, distinguished by being baked in the oven. Other Turkish pumpkin dessert recipes may be cooked on the stovetop. Sinkonto is typically served with walnuts.
Where does pumpkin sinkonto come from?
Pumpkin sinkonto belongs to traditional Turkish cooking. Its attribution to a particular region is not consistent across sources, so it is safer to describe it as a Turkish baked pumpkin dessert rather than assign it a single origin.
Which pumpkin is best for pumpkin sinkonto?
Choose a ripe, firm, naturally sweet pumpkin for pumpkin sinkonto. A very watery or fibrous pumpkin may lose its shape during baking. Peel and seed it, then cut it into pieces of similar size for even cooking.
How can you tell when pumpkin sinkonto is done baking?
Pumpkin sinkonto is ready when the pumpkin is tender when pierced with a fork and the sugary cooking juices have thickened. Check the pieces rather than relying only on baking time, since ovens and pumpkin sizes vary.
When should you add sugar to pumpkin sinkonto?
Add the sugar to the pumpkin before baking pumpkin sinkonto. Letting the sweetened pieces rest briefly can draw out their juices, which help them cook; adjust the sweetness to suit the pumpkin rather than adding sugar automatically.
When do you add walnuts to pumpkin sinkonto?
Add walnuts to pumpkin sinkonto at serving time to keep them crunchy. You can also scatter them over the pumpkin near the end of baking if you prefer a toasted flavor, but adding them too early can make them soft.
How should you store leftover pumpkin sinkonto?
Refrigerate leftover pumpkin sinkonto in a covered container once it has cooled. For the best texture, store the walnuts separately and add them when serving. Eat it chilled or warm it gently in the oven.
Can you freeze pumpkin sinkonto?
Yes, pumpkin sinkonto can be frozen, though the pumpkin may be softer and wetter after thawing. Freeze it in portions without the walnuts, thaw it in the refrigerator, and drain any excess liquid before serving.
Pumpkin sinkonto Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
384µg · 43% DV
Vitamin C
8.4mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.32mg · 9% DV
Folate
21.6µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
34mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Sodium
6mg · 0% DV
Pumpkin sinkonto Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pumpkin sinkonto
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Pumpkin sinkonto?
Pumpkin sinkonto is a Turkish home-style dessert made by baking pumpkin with sugar until tender, then often topping it with walnuts. As it cooks, the pumpkin softens and its juices mingle with the sugar, giving the dish a moist, lightly syrupy finish; walnuts add a pleasant crunch.
It is commonly served cool or at room temperature, after a meal or alongside tea. Its nutritional character is mostly carbohydrate from the pumpkin and added sugar, with relatively little protein; walnuts contribute some fat. For a less sweet version, use less sugar and keep the walnut topping modest.
How Nutritious Is Pumpkin sinkonto?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Pumpkin sinkonto 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 Pumpkin sinkonto Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pumpkin sinkonto Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pumpkin sinkonto Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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