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Traditional Turkish syrup dessert, thin pastry, pistachio or walnut, syrup
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Bulbul nest dessert (60 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.2 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
222
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
37.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 5% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Bulbul nest dessert is a Turkish syrup pastry shaped into small nests, usually with pistachios or walnuts in the center. Its thin pastry, crisp edges and sweet syrup distinguish it from layered pastries.
Bulbul nest dessert is made by rolling or arranging thin pastry into a nest shape, adding nuts in the middle and baking it. Syrup is poured over the baked pastry so it can soak in.
Bulbul nest dessert gets its name from its nest-like pastry shape, with the nuts gathered in the center. The form is part of the dessert’s traditional presentation, rather than just a decorative topping.
No, Bulbul nest dessert is not the same as baklava. Both use thin pastry and syrup, but baklava is usually assembled in layers, while Bulbul nest dessert is shaped into individual pastry nests with nuts in the center.
Bulbul nest dessert is commonly topped or filled with pistachios or walnuts. The choice varies by recipe and region, and using one in place of the other changes the flavor and appearance without changing the nest-shaped pastry.
A common method is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot Bulbul nest dessert. The contrast helps the pastry absorb syrup while keeping its edges more crisp than if both are hot.
To keep Bulbul nest dessert crisp, bake the pastry until well browned and avoid leaving it sitting in excess syrup. Let the syrup soak in, then store the dessert covered in a cool, dry place.
Bulbul nest dessert is served after it has absorbed the syrup, with the nut-filled center facing upward. It is often offered as a small sweet with Turkish tea or coffee, especially at gatherings.
Bulbul nest dessert keeps best in a covered container in a cool, dry place, where the pastry is less likely to soften quickly. Refrigeration can change its texture, so bring chilled pieces to room temperature before serving.
Yes, Bulbul nest dessert can be frozen in an airtight container, though thawing may soften its crisp pastry. Defrost it at room temperature and serve once fully thawed; avoid refreezing leftovers.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.66mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bulbul nest dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup pastry, made by shaping thin pastry into a little nest and placing pistachios or walnuts in the centre. It is baked until golden, then soaked in syrup; the filling and exact shaping can vary between cooks and regions.
The pastry is crisp at the edges and soft where it has absorbed the syrup, with a rich sweetness and a nutty centre. In Turkey it is often served after a meal or for guests and celebrations, alongside Turkish coffee or tea. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its carbohydrate coming from the pastry and syrup. A smaller piece makes a satisfying treat, especially with unsweetened tea or coffee.
Low
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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
— Not 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
SATURATED
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.