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Cezerya Calories
Turkish carrot-based sweet with nuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cezerya (40 g) has 136 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 128 µg of Vitamin A covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cezerya Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
136
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 3% · Fat 14%
Cezerya nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 136 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.48 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| 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 Cezerya?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 680 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cezerya
What is cezerya?
Cezerya is a Turkish confection made by cooking carrots with sugar until they form a dense, sliceable mixture. Nuts are commonly mixed in, and some versions are coated with shredded coconut.
What does cezerya taste like?
Cezerya tastes sweet and mildly earthy, with a soft, chewy texture and a nutty crunch in versions containing nuts. The carrot gives it its character, but the finished sweet is not like eating a raw carrot.
What is cezerya made of?
The core ingredients in cezerya are carrots and sugar. Recipes often add walnuts, pistachios, or hazelnuts, while coconut may be used as an outer coating; ingredients vary between makers.
How is cezerya made?
To make cezerya, grated carrots are cooked with sugar until soft and thick, then mixed with nuts if desired. The mixture is shaped, cooled, and cut into pieces; coconut can be pressed onto the outside.
Where does cezerya come from?
Cezerya is especially associated with Mersin and Tarsus in southern Türkiye. It is now sold more widely, and the nuts and coatings used can differ from one regional or shop-made version to another.
Is cezerya the same as Turkish delight?
No. Cezerya is a carrot-based sweet, while Turkish delight is a different confection with a distinct base and texture. They may look similar when cut into small pieces, but they are made differently.
How should you serve cezerya?
Serve cezerya in small slices, often alongside Turkish tea or coffee. Its sweet, chewy texture and nutty pieces make it easy to offer as a small after-meal treat or part of a dessert spread.
Can you make cezerya without nuts?
Yes, cezerya can be made without nuts: leave them out of the carrot mixture and skip any nut topping. Since recipes vary, homemade preparation gives you the clearest control over what goes into it.
Why is cezerya chewy?
Cezerya is chewy because the carrots and sugar are cooked down until their moisture is reduced and the mixture becomes dense. Leaving it uncovered can make it dry out and turn firmer over time.
Is cezerya healthy?
Cezerya contains carrots, but it is still a sweet confection made with sugar, so it is not nutritionally equivalent to eating whole carrots. Enjoying a modest piece occasionally is a practical way to include it.
Cezerya Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
128µg · 14% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Cezerya Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cezerya
To burn the 136 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 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 Cezerya?
Cezerya is a Turkish sweet, especially associated with Mersin, made by cooking grated carrots with sugar until the mixture becomes thick. Chopped nuts—often walnuts, hazelnuts or pistachios—are folded in, and some versions are rolled in shredded coconut. Once cooled, it is cut into pieces with a texture somewhat like soft, chewy lokum.
Its sweetness and nutty bite make it a familiar offering with tea or coffee, and it is often shared with guests or brought out for celebrations. Cezerya is mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat, with relatively little protein; the carrots contribute some fibre. A small piece alongside unsweetened tea or coffee makes a simple serving, especially if you prefer to balance its sweetness rather than pair it with another dessert.
How Nutritious Is Cezerya?
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 Cezerya 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 Cezerya Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cezerya 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
Cezerya Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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