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A tightly rolled cylinder of fine, golden-brown kadayıf strands, with chopped walnuts visible in its open ends, rests on a plate beneath a glossy syrup sheen.

Walnut kadayif roll Calories

Traditional Turkish dessert, walnut-filled, syrup-soaked kadayif roll

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

410kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

140mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.8g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Walnut kadayif roll (60 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Walnut kadayif roll Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

246

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

32.4g

· 12% DV

Protein

3.1g

· 6% DV

Fat

11.4g

· 15% DV

Fiber

1.7g

· 6% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 5% · Fat 42%

Walnut kadayif roll nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories246 kcal
Total fat11.4 g15%
Saturated fat2.52 g13%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium54 mg2%
Total carbohydrate32.4 g12%
Fiber1.7 g6%
Protein3.1 g6%

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 Walnut kadayif roll?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g246 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g164 kcal
1 slice (medium)50 g205 kcal
1 slice (large)80 g328 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g369 kcal
100 g100 g410 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g410 kcal
2 piece (double)120 g492 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g615 kcal

Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut kadayif roll

What is a walnut kadayif roll?

A walnut kadayif roll is a Turkish dessert made by wrapping walnuts in fine strands of kadayif pastry, frying the roll, and soaking it in syrup. Its contrast of crisp pastry, walnut filling, and sweetness is its defining feature.

How do you make a walnut kadayif roll?

A walnut kadayif roll is made by placing crushed walnuts on a layer of kadayif and rolling it tightly. The rolls are commonly coated in beaten egg, fried until golden, then dipped in syrup.

Where does the walnut kadayif roll come from?

The walnut kadayif roll is especially associated with Erzurum in eastern Turkey. It is a regional specialty often served for celebrations, though household recipes vary in details such as the seasoning in the walnut filling.

Is a walnut kadayif roll the same as kunafa?

No, a walnut kadayif roll is not the same dessert as kunafa. Both use fine kadayif pastry, but the roll is filled with walnuts, fried, and syrup-soaked, while kunafa is commonly baked in a tray with a cheese filling.

Is a walnut kadayif roll fried or baked?

A walnut kadayif roll is traditionally fried, which gives its pastry a crisp exterior before it is soaked in syrup. Some cooks bake it instead, but the result is generally less crisp and differs from the classic preparation.

What is inside a walnut kadayif roll?

A walnut kadayif roll is filled mainly with crushed walnuts, and some recipes add cinnamon. The filling is enclosed in thin strands of kadayif pastry, so the roll holds together through frying and syrup soaking.

Why does a walnut kadayif roll fall apart while frying?

A walnut kadayif roll can open if it is rolled loosely or its ends are not sealed. Wrap the kadayif firmly around the filling, press the ends closed, and coat the roll well in beaten egg before frying.

Should the syrup be hot or cold for a walnut kadayif roll?

For a walnut kadayif roll, the usual method is to dip hot fried rolls into cool syrup. The temperature contrast helps the pastry absorb sweetness without immediately turning soft and soggy.

Can you make a walnut kadayif roll ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble a walnut kadayif roll ahead and fry it closer to serving time for a crisper result. Once syrup-soaked, it gradually softens, so it is best served soon after preparation.

How do you store and reheat a walnut kadayif roll?

Store a walnut kadayif roll in a covered container; the syrup will soften its crisp exterior over time. Reheat it briefly in an oven to improve the texture, since a microwave warms it but will not make it crisp again.

Walnut kadayif roll Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

Biotin

1.2µg · 4% DV

B5

0.18mg · 4% DV

B2

0.04mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.18mg · 20% DV

Manganese

0.42mg · 18% DV

Phosphorus

42mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

19mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

84mg · 2% DV

Sodium

54mg · 2% DV

Walnut kadayif roll Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

22.8
High

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

How to Burn Off Walnut kadayif roll

To burn the 246 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

61min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

25min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

33min

Cycling

🏊

29min

Swimming

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

What is Walnut kadayif roll?

Walnut kadayıf roll is a Turkish dessert, especially associated with Erzurum. Fine strands of kadayıf are wrapped around a walnut filling, fried until golden, then soaked in syrup. The outside is crisp while the centre stays tender and nutty, with the syrup lending a pronounced sweetness.

In Turkey it is served as a dessert after a meal, often with tea, and may appear at celebrations or iftar. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it makes a rich alternative to pastries or syrup cakes alongside coffee or tea. Its syrup and frying make it energy-dense, while the walnuts contribute much of its richness; a smaller piece is an easy way to keep a serving lighter.

How Nutritious Is Walnut kadayif roll?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 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

22/ 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 Walnut kadayif roll 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 Walnut kadayif roll Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Walnut kadayif roll Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ 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

Walnut kadayif roll Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.52g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.02g

POLYUNSATURATED

4.68g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.