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A small, round, golden-brown pastry with a thin, lightly blistered crust is split open to reveal a thick, glossy dark chocolate filling, with a few crumbs scattered on the plate.

Bomba dessert Calories

Rich chocolate-filled dessert

CALORIES · 100 G

410kcal

GI

62medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

165mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Bomba dessert (120 g) has 492 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.4 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 24.1 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Bomba dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g

492

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

63.4g

· 23% DV

Protein

7.4g

· 15% DV

Fat

24.1g

· 31% DV

Fiber

2.9g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%

Bomba dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories492 kcal
Total fat24.1 g31%
Saturated fat11.28 g56%
Trans fat0.14 g
Sodium216 mg9%
Total carbohydrate63.4 g23%
Fiber2.9 g10%
Protein7.4 g15%

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 Bomba dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)120 g492 kcal
1 ounce (small)28 g115 kcal
0.25 piece (quarter)30 g123 kcal
½ piece (half)60 g246 kcal
1 piece (small)80 g328 kcal
1 serving (mini)90 g369 kcal
100 g100 g410 kcal
1 piece (large)160 g656 kcal
1 serving (jumbo)180 g738 kcal

Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bomba dessert

What is Bomba dessert?

Bomba dessert is an İzmir-style Turkish pastry made from thin dough wrapped around a chocolate filling and baked. Its signature is the contrast between the cooked outer shell and a soft, often molten center.

How do you make Bomba dessert?

Bomba dessert is made by wrapping a thin round of dough around a portion of chocolate spread, sealing it, and baking it briefly. Keep the filling away from the edges and pinch the seam firmly so it does not leak.

Where did Bomba dessert originate?

Bomba dessert is associated with İzmir, a city in western Türkiye, where bakeries helped make the chocolate-filled pastry popular. It is now sold elsewhere in the country, but İzmir remains the place most closely linked to it.

Why does the filling leak out of Bomba dessert?

The filling usually leaks from Bomba dessert when the dough seam is not sealed well, the wrapper tears, or too much filling is used. Leave a clean border around the filling and place each pastry seam-side down on the baking tray.

Is Bomba dessert served warm or cold?

Bomba dessert is often enjoyed warm, when its chocolate center is soft and gooey. Let it cool briefly after baking, since the filling can be much hotter than the pastry and may burn your mouth.

What is the best chocolate filling for Bomba dessert?

A thick chocolate-hazelnut spread is a common filling for Bomba dessert because it stays contained while the pastry is assembled and softens when baked. A very runny filling is harder to seal and more likely to escape.

How do you keep Bomba dessert from bursting in the oven?

To keep Bomba dessert from bursting, use an evenly rolled, unbroken piece of dough and seal its edges completely around the filling. Avoid overfilling it, and place the sealed side underneath before baking.

How should you store Bomba dessert?

Store Bomba dessert in a covered container at room temperature if you will eat it soon, or refrigerate it for longer storage. Chilling firms the pastry, so briefly warming it before serving helps soften the chocolate center.

Can you freeze Bomba dessert?

Yes, baked Bomba dessert can be frozen once completely cool, in an airtight container. Thaw it before reheating gently; the pastry may be softer than when freshly baked, but the chocolate filling will still be enjoyable.

How do you reheat Bomba dessert without drying it out?

Reheat Bomba dessert briefly in a low oven or air fryer until the center softens. Check it often rather than heating it for too long, which can dry the thin pastry or make the filling spill out.

Bomba dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.17mg · 13% DV

Vitamin A

114µg · 13% DV

Biotin

3.6µg · 12% DV

B5

0.46mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.19mg · 21% DV

Selenium

10µg · 18% DV

Manganese

0.38mg · 17% DV

Phosphorus

110mg · 16% DV

Sodium

216mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

198mg · 6% DV

Bomba dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

62
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

32.4
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Bomba dessert

To burn the 492 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

122min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

50min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

67min

Cycling

🏊

57min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Bomba dessert?

Bomba dessert is associated with İzmir, Turkey: a thin layer of dough is wrapped around a generous chocolate filling and baked. The pastry is delicate, while the centre stays soft and chocolate-rich, especially when served warm.

In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed as a sweet snack with tea or coffee. Elsewhere, it makes a rich treat to share or serve alongside unsweetened coffee. It is energy-dense, with 410 kcal per 100 g, so a smaller piece can be satisfying; its intense sweetness also pairs well with a plain drink.

How Nutritious Is Bomba dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

21/ 100

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 Bomba dessert 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 Bomba dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Bomba dessert 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

Bomba dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

11.28g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.32g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.4g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 55.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (55.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.