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Fruit Turkish Delight Calories
Fruit Turkish Delight, traditional Turkish sweet, fruit-flavored and sugary.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
4 piece (medium) of Fruit Turkish Delight (40 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 32 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Fruit Turkish Delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 40 g
132
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 0% · Fat 1%
Fruit Turkish Delight nutrition facts table · 4 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 4 Pieces of Fruit Turkish Delight?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 40 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 50 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 60 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fruit Turkish Delight
What is Fruit Turkish Delight made of?
Fruit Turkish Delight is usually made from sugar, water, starch and fruit flavouring. Some recipes use fruit juice or purée, while others rely on flavourings and colouring, so the exact ingredients vary between homemade and packaged versions.
Does Fruit Turkish Delight contain gelatin?
Traditional Fruit Turkish Delight is thickened with starch, not gelatin. Some modern recipes or commercial varieties may use gelatin, so check the ingredient list if you need to avoid it or are choosing a specific product.
How is Fruit Turkish Delight made?
Fruit Turkish Delight is made by cooking sugar syrup with starch until it becomes thick, then adding fruit flavour. The mixture is left to set, cut into pieces and dusted with powdered sugar or starch to keep the cubes from sticking together.
How should you store Fruit Turkish Delight?
Keep Fruit Turkish Delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the pieces sticky, while exposure to air can dry them out. Discard it if you notice mould, an off smell or a marked change in texture.
What is the difference between Fruit Turkish Delight and plain Turkish Delight?
Fruit Turkish Delight has fruit flavouring, juice or purée added, while plain Turkish delight has a more neutral flavour. Fruit varieties are often brightly coloured, but a fruity taste or colour does not necessarily mean they contain much actual fruit.
Why is Fruit Turkish Delight dusted with powdered sugar?
Powdered sugar or starch keeps Fruit Turkish Delight pieces from sticking to each other and the container. Sugar also adds sweetness; if the coating seems excessive, gently shake or brush off some of the loose powder before serving.
What do you serve with Fruit Turkish Delight?
Fruit Turkish Delight is commonly served with Turkish coffee or tea. Its sweetness pairs well with the bitterness of coffee, and serving small pieces makes it easier to enjoy alongside a drink without the sugariness overwhelming the whole serving.
Does Fruit Turkish Delight raise blood sugar?
Yes, its sugar can raise blood glucose. If you have diabetes, the portion and what else you eat with it matter; ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual eating plan.
Why does Fruit Turkish Delight become hard?
Fruit Turkish Delight can harden when it is left exposed to air and loses moisture. Store it sealed in a cool, dry place; heating hardened pieces usually will not restore their original soft, chewy texture.
What fruit flavours does Fruit Turkish Delight come in?
Common Fruit Turkish Delight flavours include lemon, orange, sour cherry, strawberry and pomegranate. The colour of a piece does not reliably identify its flavour or show how much real fruit it contains; recipes and flavourings vary.
Fruit Turkish Delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.2µg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.4mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.2µg · 0% DV
Iron
0.04mg · 0% DV
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
3.2mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4mg · 0% DV
Fruit Turkish Delight Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fruit Turkish Delight
To burn the 132 calories in 4 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Fruit Turkish Delight?
Fruit Turkish Delight is a Turkish confection made by setting sugar and starch into a soft, chewy jelly, then adding fruit flavours and colours. It is usually cut into small cubes and lightly dusted with powdered sugar to keep the pieces from sticking. The texture is tender and springy, with a sweet, fragrant taste that varies with the flavouring.
In Turkey, it is commonly offered with coffee or tea, shared with guests, and served around holidays; elsewhere, it is often found in Turkish sweet shops or alongside coffee after a meal. It is mostly carbohydrate, with very little protein or fat, so a few pieces make a sweet treat rather than a filling snack. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee, and keep the portion modest if you prefer a less sugary serving.
How Nutritious Is Fruit Turkish Delight?
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 Fruit Turkish Delight 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 Fruit Turkish Delight Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Fruit Turkish Delight 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
Fruit Turkish Delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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