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Small, round golden-brown dough balls are piled on a plate, with one cut open to show its dark chocolate filling.

Chocolate-filled lokma Calories

Syrup-soaked fried dough pastry with chocolate filling

CALORIES · 100 G

390kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

155mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

3 piece (medium) of Chocolate-filled lokma (90 g) has 351 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 52.7 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 14.2 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Chocolate-filled lokma Nutrition Facts

Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g

351

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

52.7g

· 19% DV

Protein

4.3g

· 9% DV

Fat

14.2g

· 18% DV

Fiber

1.9g

· 7% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%

Chocolate-filled lokma nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories351 kcal
Total fat14.2 g18%
Saturated fat5.58 g28%
Trans fat0.09 g
Sodium203 mg9%
Total carbohydrate52.7 g19%
Fiber1.9 g7%
Protein4.3 g9%

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 Chocolate-filled lokma?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)40 g156 kcal
1 piece (mini)20 g78 kcal
1 piece (small)30 g117 kcal
2 piece (medium)60 g234 kcal
1 piece (large)65 g254 kcal
3 piece (medium)90 g351 kcal
100 g100 g390 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g468 kcal
1 serving (extra large)180 g702 kcal

Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate-filled lokma

What is chocolate-filled lokma?

Chocolate-filled lokma is a Turkish-style fried dough sweet soaked in syrup and filled with chocolate. It combines lokma’s crisp exterior and soft, syrupy dough with a chocolate centre; recipes vary in when the filling is added.

How do you eat chocolate-filled lokma?

Chocolate-filled lokma is usually eaten by hand or with a small fork, once it is cool enough to handle. It is rich and syrupy, so napkins are useful; cafés may serve it with extra chocolate sauce or other toppings.

Is chocolate-filled lokma filled before or after frying?

Chocolate-filled lokma is often filled after frying, which helps keep the chocolate from leaking into the hot oil. Some recipes enclose chocolate in the dough before frying, so the method depends on how the lokma is shaped.

Why does chocolate-filled lokma go soggy?

Chocolate-filled lokma can go soggy because the fried dough absorbs syrup as it sits. Serve it soon after preparation, and avoid leaving it immersed in syrup; the longer it stands, the less crisp its exterior becomes.

Can you make chocolate-filled lokma at home?

Yes, chocolate-filled lokma can be made at home with yeast dough, hot oil, syrup, and chocolate filling. Fry small, evenly sized pieces, let excess oil drain, then fill them with a piping bag so the centre is easier to control.

What is the difference between chocolate-filled lokma and regular lokma?

Chocolate-filled lokma has chocolate inside, while regular lokma is generally fried dough served with syrup and has no chocolate centre. The filling makes the chocolate version richer and can change its texture and sweetness.

What should you serve with chocolate-filled lokma?

Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with chocolate-filled lokma because their less-sweet taste balances the syrup and chocolate. Fresh fruit can also add a lighter contrast; extra syrup or sauce makes an already sweet dessert richer.

How should you store leftover chocolate-filled lokma?

Store leftover chocolate-filled lokma in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it as soon as practical. Syrup gradually softens the fried dough, so it will not stay crisp; leaving it out for a long time also affects freshness.

Can you reheat chocolate-filled lokma?

Yes, reheat chocolate-filled lokma gently in a low oven until just warm. This may improve the texture slightly, but it will not restore the original crispness, and overheating can make the chocolate filling runny or leak out.

Can people with diabetes eat chocolate-filled lokma?

People with diabetes should be cautious with chocolate-filled lokma because its syrup, fried dough, and chocolate can raise blood glucose. The appropriate portion varies with an individual’s care plan, so a clinician or dietitian can give tailored advice.

Chocolate-filled lokma Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

2.16mg · 14% DV

B1

0.16mg · 13% DV

Folate

34.2µg · 9% DV

B3

1.31mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.22mg · 24% DV

Selenium

9.18µg · 17% DV

Manganese

0.34mg · 15% DV

Phosphorus

93mg · 13% DV

Sodium

203mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

140mg · 4% DV

Chocolate-filled lokma Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

36.9
High

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

How to Burn Off Chocolate-filled lokma

To burn the 351 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

87min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

36min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

48min

Cycling

🏊

41min

Swimming

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

What is Chocolate-filled lokma?

Chocolate-filled lokma is a modern take on lokma, a Turkish sweet made from small pieces of yeasted dough, fried and dipped in syrup. This version is filled with chocolate cream, adding a rich centre to the syrup-coated pastry.

The outside is lightly crisp while the inside stays soft and sweet, with chocolate making each bite especially rich. In Turkey, lokma is served as a dessert or shared at gatherings; it also goes well with tea. The chocolate-filled variation is best enjoyed fresh, when the filling is soft. It is an energy-dense treat, with much of its character coming from the fried dough and sweetness rather than substantial protein or fibre. A small portion with unsweetened tea makes a less-heavy pairing.

How Nutritious Is Chocolate-filled lokma?

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

19/ 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 Chocolate-filled lokma 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 Chocolate-filled lokma Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Chocolate-filled lokma 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

Chocolate-filled lokma Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.58g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.59g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.69g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 50.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (50.1:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.