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Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert with walnuts
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Walnut burma dessert (90 g) has 407 calories. That works out to 452 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.2 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 24.7 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Walnut burma dessert is a Turkish pastry made by rolling chopped walnuts into thin sheets of dough, twisting them into tight coils, baking until golden, then soaking them in syrup. Its layers turn crisp at the edges and tender beneath the glossy surface, with toasted walnuts adding a pleasantly earthy bite.
In Turkey it is often served for holidays, celebrations and visits, usually alongside tea or Turkish coffee. For English-speaking diners, it makes a rich finish to a meal or a good choice to share with guests; one small piece is often satisfying. The pastry, nuts and syrup make it energy-dense, so pair a modest portion with unsweetened tea or coffee if you prefer a less-sweet balance.
Selected: 100 g
452
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
46.9g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
27.4g
· 35% 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 41% · Protein 6% · Fat 53%
Vitamins
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Folate
32µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
128mg · 18% DV
Magnesium
58mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6.8µg · 12% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
8.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
A walnut burma dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made by rolling thin sheets of dough around chopped walnuts and twisting them into coils. It is baked until golden, then soaked with syrup, giving it flaky layers, a crisp exterior, and a sweet, nutty centre.
To make walnut burma dessert, spread chopped walnuts over thin pastry sheets, roll each sheet around a thin rod, then gently scrunch or twist it onto a baking tray. Brush with butter, bake until browned, and pour cooled syrup over the hot pastry.
No. Walnut burma dessert uses the same basic combination of thin pastry, nuts, and syrup as baklava, but the sheets are rolled and twisted into coils rather than stacked in flat layers. Its shape gives it a distinctive ridged exterior and layered centre.
Walnut burma dessert is usually made with very thin phyllo-style pastry sheets. They need to be pliable enough to roll around the walnut filling without tearing; keep unused sheets covered while shaping because they dry out quickly.
Walnut burma dessert can turn soggy if the pastry is underbaked, the syrup is too warm, or the finished tray is covered while it cools. Bake it until evenly golden and let excess steam escape after adding syrup.
Walnut burma dessert may not absorb syrup well if it is cool when the syrup is added or if its rolls are packed too tightly. A common method is to pour cooled syrup over the pastry straight from the oven, then leave it uncovered to soak.
Yes, you can bake walnut burma dessert ahead and let it absorb the syrup before serving. Store it covered once fully cool, but avoid adding syrup far in advance if you want the pastry to retain more of its crisp texture.
Store walnut burma dessert in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from heat and humidity. Refrigeration can soften the pastry, so use it mainly in warm conditions; bring chilled pieces to room temperature before serving.
Yes, walnut burma dessert can be frozen in sealed portions, though thawed pastry may lose some crispness. Defrost it in the refrigerator, then warm it briefly in the oven to refresh the outer layers; avoid microwaving, which can make them soft.
Walnut burma dessert contains sugar syrup and can raise blood glucose, so portion size matters for people managing diabetes. How it fits depends on individual treatment and meal plans; ask your diabetes care professional or dietitian for personalized advice.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.