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Çekme Turkish delight Calories
Traditional pulled Turkish delight with sugar and nuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Çekme Turkish delight (30 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.1 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Çekme Turkish delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
120
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
25.1g
· 9% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 3% · Fat 12%
Çekme Turkish delight nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 Çekme Turkish delight?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 200 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 240 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 360 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 800 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Çekme Turkish delight
What is Çekme Turkish delight?
Çekme Turkish delight is a traditional Turkish sweet made by pulling and stretching a sugary lokum mixture, often with nuts added. The pulling gives it a more fibrous, elastic texture than the familiar soft, smooth cubes of regular Turkish delight.
How is Çekme Turkish delight different from regular Turkish delight?
Çekme Turkish delight is repeatedly stretched, so it has a stringy, pull-apart texture rather than the soft, gel-like bite of regular Turkish delight. Recipes vary, but both are sugar-based sweets and may include nuts.
Is Çekme Turkish delight the same as pişmaniye?
No, Çekme Turkish delight is not pişmaniye. Although both can look fibrous, Çekme Turkish delight is pulled lokum, while pişmaniye is made using a different technique with sugar and flour.
What ingredients are in Çekme Turkish delight?
Çekme Turkish delight is typically made from a cooked sugar-and-starch lokum mixture, with nuts such as hazelnuts or walnuts in many versions. Flavorings and coatings can vary between recipes and makers.
How is Çekme Turkish delight traditionally made?
The lokum mixture for Çekme Turkish delight is cooked until it thickens, then cooled and repeatedly pulled or stretched to develop its strands. Nuts may be incorporated during preparation, and the finished sweet is portioned into pieces.
What does Çekme Turkish delight taste and feel like?
Çekme Turkish delight tastes distinctly sweet, often with a nutty note, and feels more chewy and fibrous than ordinary Turkish delight. Its strands pull apart rather than simply giving way like a soft gel.
How do you serve Çekme Turkish delight?
Serve Çekme Turkish delight in small pieces, commonly alongside Turkish coffee or tea. Its concentrated sweetness makes a modest piece a natural accompaniment, and cutting or pulling it into bite-size portions makes it easier to share.
How should you store Çekme Turkish delight?
Keep Çekme Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture can make it sticky and change its texture; for packaged sweets, follow the printed date, and enjoy freshly made pieces sooner.
Can you freeze Çekme Turkish delight?
Freezing Çekme Turkish delight is not recommended because thawing can introduce moisture and make the sweet sticky, with a less distinctive pulled texture. Store it sealed at room temperature in a dry place instead.
Can people with diabetes eat Çekme Turkish delight?
People with diabetes should be cautious with Çekme Turkish delight because its sugary mixture can raise blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on an individual’s glucose-management plan, so ask your doctor or dietitian for personal guidance.
Çekme Turkish delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.21mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.3mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
Sodium
5.4mg · 0% DV
Çekme Turkish delight Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Çekme Turkish delight
To burn the 120 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 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 Çekme Turkish delight?
Çekme Turkish delight is a traditional Turkish sweet made by pulling a cooked, sugary lokum mixture until it develops a supple, slightly fibrous texture. Nuts are often folded in, adding a gentle crunch against the soft, chewy candy. Its sweetness is pronounced, and the surface may be lightly dusted to keep pieces from sticking.
In Turkey, it is commonly offered with coffee or tea and served to guests or at festive gatherings; it is also enjoyed by Turkish communities abroad. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while nuts contribute a little protein and fat. Pair a small piece with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Çekme Turkish delight?
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 Çekme Turkish delight 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 Çekme Turkish delight Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Çekme Turkish delight 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
Çekme Turkish delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.81g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 41:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (41:1).
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