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Small golden-brown pieces of dough with distinct parallel score marks sit together on a plate, their surfaces glossy with syrup.

Çizik tatlı Calories

Syrupy, traditional Turkish dessert, flour, sugar, butter

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CALORIES · 100 G

350kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

60mg

FIBER · 100 G

1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Çizik tatlı (60 g) has 210 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 36 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Çizik tatlı Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

210

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

36g

· 13% DV

Protein

2.4g

· 5% DV

Fat

6g

· 8% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 5% · Fat 26%

Çizik tatlı nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories210 kcal
Total fat6 g8%
Saturated fat2.4 g12%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium48 mg2%
Total carbohydrate36 g13%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein2.4 g5%

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 Çizik tatlı?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g210 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g140 kcal
1 slice (medium)50 g175 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g210 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g315 kcal
100 g100 g350 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g350 kcal
2 piece (double)120 g420 kcal

Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Çizik tatlı

What is Çizik tatlı?

Çizik tatlı is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made from flour-based dough. Its name refers to marks or cuts made on the shaped dough, and recipes vary between households and regions.

How do you make Çizik tatlı?

To make Çizik tatlı, prepare a flour-based dough, shape it, and mark or cut its surface before cooking. The cooked pastry is then combined with sugar syrup. Follow a tested recipe for the dough and cooking method, since versions differ.

What ingredients are used in Çizik tatlı?

Çizik tatlı commonly uses flour, sugar, and butter, with sugar syrup added after cooking. Depending on the recipe, eggs and other dough ingredients may also be included, so the exact ingredient list is not identical everywhere.

Where does Çizik tatlı come from?

Çizik tatlı is a traditional Turkish dessert, but there is no widely established single place of origin. The name and preparation are associated with home-style regional cooking, and recipes can vary from one community or family to another.

What does Çizik tatlı taste and feel like?

Çizik tatlı tastes sweet and buttery, with syrup soaking into its flour-based pastry. Its texture can range from tender to firmer depending on the dough, cooking, and amount of syrup, so homemade versions may not feel exactly alike.

Why does Çizik tatlı have cuts or marks on it?

The cuts or marks help give Çizik tatlı its characteristic appearance and can create a textured surface for the syrup. Their shape and depth depend on the recipe; they are not a universal standardized pattern.

How is Çizik tatlı different from şekerpare?

Çizik tatlı and şekerpare are both Turkish syrup-soaked pastries, but their shaping and dough preparation differ. Çizik tatlı is identified by marked or cut dough, while şekerpare is commonly shaped into individual rounds; recipes still vary.

How should Çizik tatlı be served?

Serve Çizik tatlı after it has had time to absorb the syrup, usually at room temperature. It pairs well with Turkish tea, and chopped nuts can be added as a garnish if the recipe or your preference calls for them.

How do you store leftover Çizik tatlı?

Keep leftover Çizik tatlı covered in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it when the room is warm. The pastry may soften as it sits in syrup, so it is best enjoyed while its texture is still pleasant; discard it if it shows spoilage.

Can you make Çizik tatlı ahead of time?

Yes, you can make Çizik tatlı ahead so the syrup has time to soak into the pastry. Store it covered and check its texture before serving, since resting for too long can make the dough softer than intended.

Çizik tatlı Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

B12

0.06µg · 3% DV

Biotin

0.6µg · 2% DV

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

24mg · 3% DV

Manganese

0.06mg · 3% DV

Selenium

1.2µg · 2% DV

Sodium

48mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

36mg · 1% DV

Çizik tatlı Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

27
High

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

How to Burn Off Çizik tatlı

To burn the 210 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

52min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

21min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

29min

Cycling

🏊

24min

Swimming

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

What is Çizik tatlı?

Çizik tatlı is a traditional Turkish syrup dessert made with flour, sugar and butter. Its name refers to the scored marks on the dough, which give the finished sweet its distinctive look; recipes and shaping can vary from one household or region to another. The cooked dough is soaked or coated with syrup.

It is sweet and filling, with a tender, syrup-softened bite and a firmer texture beneath. In Turkey it may be served to guests, at festive meals or alongside tea. For readers elsewhere, it makes a rich accompaniment to unsweetened tea or coffee, and can be offered in small pieces after a meal. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with butter contributing some fat, so a modest portion is a practical way to enjoy it.

How Nutritious Is Çizik tatlı?

Nutrient density

Low

15/ 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

16/ 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 Çizik tatlı 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 Çizik tatlı Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Çizik tatlı 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

Çizik tatlı Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.4g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.9g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.