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Cezerye lokumu Calories
Traditional Turkish delight made from carrot, sugar, and nuts
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cezerye lokumu (35 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.3 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 227.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cezerye lokumu Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
112
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
26.3g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 3% · Fat 13%
Cezerye lokumu nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.9 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 Cezerye lokumu?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 224 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 800 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cezerye lokumu
What is Cezerye lokumu?
Cezerye lokumu is a traditional Turkish confection made by cooking carrots with sugar and mixing them with nuts. It is shaped into pieces and often coated with coconut, giving it a dense, chewy texture.
What does Cezerye lokumu taste like?
Cezerye lokumu tastes sweet and gently earthy, with the carrot flavor balanced by toasted nuts. Coconut coating adds another layer of sweetness, while the chewy texture makes it quite different from soft, gel-like Turkish delight.
How is Cezerye lokumu different from Turkish delight?
Cezerye lokumu gets its body from cooked carrots and usually includes nuts, so it is denser and chewier. Classic Turkish delight is generally a sugar-and-starch confection with a softer, more elastic texture.
How do you make Cezerye lokumu?
To make Cezerye lokumu, cook grated carrots until soft, then stir in sugar and continue cooking until the mixture thickens. Mix in nuts, shape the mixture, let it cool, and coat the pieces with coconut if desired.
Where does Cezerye lokumu come from?
Cezerye lokumu is especially associated with Mersin in southern Türkiye. The carrot-based sweet is now made and sold in many parts of the country, but Mersin remains its best-known regional home.
Why is Cezerye lokumu called “cezerye”?
“Cezerye” refers to carrot, the defining ingredient in Cezerye lokumu. The name reflects the sweet’s carrot-based preparation and sets it apart from Turkish confections made mainly from sugar and starch.
What nuts are used in Cezerye lokumu?
Cezerye lokumu is commonly made with walnuts, hazelnuts, or pistachios, and recipes may use one kind or a mixture. The nuts add crunch and a roasted flavor to the soft, sweet carrot base.
How should you serve Cezerye lokumu?
Serve Cezerye lokumu in small slices with Turkish tea or coffee. Its sweetness and chewy texture also make it a fitting addition to a dessert platter with dried fruit or other Turkish sweets.
Can you freeze Cezerye lokumu?
Yes, Cezerye lokumu can be frozen in a tightly sealed container, with pieces separated so they do not stick together. Thaw it at room temperature while still covered to reduce moisture collecting on the surface.
Is Cezerye lokumu a healthy dessert?
Cezerye lokumu contains carrots and nuts, but it is still a sugary confection rather than a substitute for whole vegetables or fruit. Enjoying a small piece as an occasional sweet is a more useful way to think about it.
Cezerye lokumu Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
227.5µg · 25% DV
Vitamin E
0.28mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.2mg · 0% DV
Cezerye lokumu Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cezerye lokumu
To burn the 112 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Cezerye lokumu?
Cezerye lokumu is a traditional Turkish confection associated especially with Mersin. It is made by cooking carrots with sugar until thick, then combining the mixture with nuts and shaping it into pieces. Despite the “lokumu” in its name, it has a distinctive carrot flavour and a soft, pleasantly chewy texture.
In Turkey, it is commonly offered to guests and enjoyed with tea or coffee, or as a small sweet after a meal. Its nutritional profile is mostly carbohydrates, so it is an energy-dense treat rather than a filling snack. A modest piece pairs well with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Cezerye lokumu?
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 Cezerye lokumu 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 Cezerye lokumu Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cezerye lokumu 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
Cezerye lokumu Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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