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Traditional Turkish dessert, syrup-soaked pastry, walnut filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Dilberdudagi (40 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 22 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
148
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
22g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Dilberdudagi is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry dessert, usually filled with walnuts. The shaped pastries are baked and then soaked in syrup, giving them a tender texture and a sweet, nutty center.
Dilberdudagi is made by preparing a soft pastry dough, wrapping small portions around a walnut filling, and baking them until golden. Syrup is added after baking so the pastries absorb sweetness while keeping their shaped exterior.
Dilberdudagi is commonly formed into a curved, closed shape that resembles lips, which is reflected in its Turkish name. Recipes vary in how the edges are pinched, so the finished pastries do not always look exactly alike.
Dilberdudagi is typically folded around a walnut filling and shaped into a curved pastry, while kalburabasti is known for its patterned surface made by pressing dough against a sieve or grater. Both are Turkish syrup desserts, but their shapes and methods differ.
Walnuts are the traditional filling for Dilberdudagi. Some recipes mix the chopped nuts with sugar or spices, but the filling is usually kept simple and enclosed in the pastry before baking.
A common method is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot Dilberdudagi. The temperature contrast helps the pastries absorb the syrup; follow the specific recipe if it uses a different approach.
Dilberdudagi may not absorb syrup well if the pastries are underbaked, the syrup is too thick, or the syrup and pastry temperatures are unsuitable for the recipe. Bake until evenly golden and use the syrup consistency specified in your method.
Yes, you can make Dilberdudagi with another finely chopped nut or a suitable filling, but walnuts are the traditional choice. Keep the filling relatively dry and use a similar amount so the pastry can be sealed without leaking.
Serve Dilberdudagi at room temperature after it has had time to absorb the syrup. Its sweet, nut-filled pastry is often served in small portions with Turkish coffee or tea.
Store Dilberdudagi in a covered container in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it in warm weather. Freezing is possible, though thawed syrup-soaked pastry may be softer; wrap portions securely and thaw them before serving.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.28mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Zinc
0.28mg · 3% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dilberdudagi is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, usually made by wrapping a walnut filling in pastry, baking it, then adding syrup. Its folded or curled shape gives the sweet its distinctive appearance, and it is often made for celebrations and shared at family gatherings.
The pastry is sweet and syrupy, with a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, nutty centre. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal or alongside tea, especially on festive occasions. With pastry and syrup, it is an energy-dense sweet, providing 55 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. A small piece is often satisfying; serve it with unsweetened tea for a less-sweet pairing.
Low
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Low
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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
— Not 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
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.