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Syrup-soaked pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Bandırma dessert (80 g) has 274 calories. That works out to 342 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.4 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 10.6 µg of Selenium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
274
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
41.4g
· 15% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 4.88 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 141 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 137 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 150 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 547 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 684 kcal |
Calculated from 342 calories per 100 g.
Bandırma dessert is a syrup-soaked pastry sweet associated with Bandırma in Türkiye. Its defining feature is pastry that absorbs sugar syrup; recipes and the exact pastry preparation can vary between households and local sellers.
Bandırma dessert is associated with the town of Bandırma in Balıkesir Province, Türkiye. Its name points to that locality, although recipes may differ and the name alone does not identify one universally fixed method.
Make the pastry portion using the chosen recipe, cook it, then add sugar syrup so it can soak in. Pour the syrup gradually and allow the dessert to rest before serving for a more even texture.
Bandırma dessert is built around pastry and sugar syrup. The pastry ingredients and any additions depend on the recipe, so there is not one fixed ingredient list that applies to every version of Bandırma dessert.
Follow the temperature pairing in your Bandırma dessert recipe rather than making both components piping hot. The contrast helps the pastry absorb syrup without becoming overly soggy; add the syrup gradually and let the dessert rest.
Bandırma dessert can turn soggy if too much syrup is added at once or the pastry is already very soft. Add syrup in stages, then give the pastry time to absorb it before deciding whether it needs more.
Serve Bandırma dessert after it has had time to absorb the syrup and settle. It is commonly enjoyed as a sweet treat with tea or coffee; letting it cool slightly makes it easier to portion and eat.
Yes, you can prepare Bandırma dessert ahead and let it rest after adding the syrup. Cover it while it sits, then check the texture before serving, since the pastry continues to soften as it absorbs syrup.
Store Bandırma dessert covered in the refrigerator, rather than leaving the syrup-soaked pastry out for an extended period. Let a portion sit briefly at room temperature before serving if chilling has made its texture firm.
Yes, Bandırma dessert can be frozen, but thawing may make the syrup-soaked pastry softer or alter its texture. Freeze portions in an airtight container, thaw them in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing once thawed.
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.48µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Folate
31.2µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
141mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
71mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bandırma dessert is a regional Turkish sweet associated with Bandırma, in Balıkesir province. It is a pastry dessert soaked in syrup; recipes can vary, but the pastry’s syrup-softened texture is central to it.
Usually served in small pieces, it makes a rich finish to a meal or a sweet bite alongside tea. Its energy comes largely from carbohydrates and fat, while it offers little fibre, so it is best thought of as an occasional treat rather than a filling snack. Pair a modest portion with unsweetened tea to balance its sweetness.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
4.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.82g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.79g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.