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Syrup-soaked fried pastry dessert with cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cheese tulumba dessert (45 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.1 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 4.4 µg of Selenium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
172
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
21.1g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.4g
· 11% 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 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.88 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 229 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 70 g | 267 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 344 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 458 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 688 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Cheese tulumba dessert is a cheese-containing variation of tulumba, a ridged pastry that is fried and soaked in syrup. Recipes differ: cheese may be mixed into the dough, placed inside, or added afterward, so the name does not point to one fixed preparation.
Cheese tulumba dessert is made by piping pastry dough into hot oil, frying it, and soaking it in syrup, with cheese added according to the recipe. The cheese may be incorporated into the dough or added as a filling or topping; there is no single standard method.
The cheese used in cheese tulumba dessert varies by recipe. A mild cheese that melts well can suit versions with cheese inside or in the dough, while a salty cheese creates a sharper contrast with the syrup; taste it first so it does not overpower the dessert.
Cheese tulumba dessert includes cheese, while regular tulumba is generally made from fried pastry and syrup without it. Where the cheese is added affects the texture and the balance of salty and sweet flavors, so two versions can taste quite different.
Cheese tulumba dessert does not have a widely established place of origin or one definitive traditional recipe. Tulumba is a familiar syrup-soaked pastry in Turkey and nearby food cultures, while adding cheese appears as a variation rather than a universally standardized version.
Cheese tulumba dessert pairs the cheese’s savory or mildly salty taste with sweet syrup for contrast. The combination is not unusual in desserts across the region, but the result depends on the cheese: a strongly salted variety can overwhelm the pastry.
Cheese tulumba dessert is usually served at room temperature or chilled, depending on the recipe. If the cheese is meant to stay distinct, serve it soon after preparation; leaving the fried pastry in syrup for too long makes it soft.
Store cheese tulumba dessert in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially if its cheese is fresh or added as a topping. Syrup gradually softens the pastry, so it is best eaten soon rather than kept for an extended period.
Freezing cheese tulumba dessert is generally not recommended for the best texture. Thawing can make the syrup-soaked pastry soggy and alter the cheese, particularly in versions with a soft filling; make or buy only what you expect to eat fresh.
Cheese tulumba dessert can turn soggy if the fried pastry sits in syrup too long or was not fried until crisp. Cheese may also add moisture to the dough. For a crisper result, follow the recipe’s syrup-temperature instructions and serve it soon after soaking.
Vitamins
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B12
0.13µg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.44µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
41.4µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.41µg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Calcium
58mg · 6% DV
Sodium
95mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cheese tulumba dessert is a Turkish take on tulumba: ridged dough made with cheese is fried until golden, then soaked in sugar syrup. The cheese adds a savoury note to a pastry that is otherwise known for its sweetness and crisp edges.
In Turkey, tulumba is commonly offered after a meal, to guests, or on festive tables; this variation can be served the same way. Its centre is soft and syrupy, and it pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. It is a rich dessert, with substantial carbohydrate and fat and comparatively modest protein. If you want a lighter treat, share a piece or choose a smaller serving.
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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.
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
2.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.