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Small, round golden-brown pastries with slightly cracked tops glisten with clear syrup, each topped with a blanched almond and arranged closely on a serving plate.

Gluten-free sekerpare Calories

Gluten-free, syrup-soaked Turkish dessert, made with almond or rice flour

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

65mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Gluten-free sekerpare (35 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.3 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Gluten-free sekerpare Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

130

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

21.3g

· 8% DV

Protein

1.5g

· 3% DV

Fat

4.2g

· 5% 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 66% · Protein 5% · Fat 29%

Gluten-free sekerpare nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories130 kcal
Total fat4.2 g5%
Saturated fat0.98 g5%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium31 mg1%
Total carbohydrate21.3 g8%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein1.5 g3%

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 Gluten-free sekerpare?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g130 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g93 kcal
1 serving (small)40 g148 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g185 kcal
2 piece (double)70 g259 kcal
1 serving (medium)70 g259 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g370 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gluten-free sekerpare

What is gluten-free sekerpare?

Gluten-free sekerpare is a Turkish syrup-soaked cookie dessert made without wheat flour, commonly using almond flour or rice flour instead. The shaped dough is baked and then soaked with syrup, giving it a tender texture and a sweet, moist center.

How is gluten-free sekerpare made?

Gluten-free sekerpare is made by mixing gluten-free flour with ingredients such as egg and fat, shaping the dough, baking it, and pouring syrup over the baked pieces. Since gluten-free flours absorb liquid differently, follow a recipe developed for the specific flour rather than swapping flour cup for cup.

What is the difference between gluten-free sekerpare and regular sekerpare?

Gluten-free sekerpare uses almond flour, rice flour, or another gluten-free flour instead of wheat flour. That changes the texture and how the dough holds together, but it keeps the defining features of sekerpare: a baked cookie-like base and sweet syrup.

Why does gluten-free sekerpare fall apart?

Gluten-free sekerpare usually falls apart when its dough is too dry, too loose, or not well bound. Almond and rice flours behave differently from wheat flour, so measure carefully, let the dough rest briefly before shaping, and avoid adding extra flour unless the recipe calls for it.

Should the syrup for gluten-free sekerpare be hot or cold?

For gluten-free sekerpare, a common method is to pour cooled syrup over the baked, hot pieces. The temperature contrast helps the dessert absorb the syrup; follow the particular recipe, since flour blends can affect how quickly the sekerpare soaks it up.

Can you make gluten-free sekerpare with almond flour?

Yes, almond flour can be used to make gluten-free sekerpare, and it tends to give the dough a richer, more tender texture. It does not behave exactly like rice flour, so use a recipe designed for almond flour rather than replacing another flour in equal amounts.

How do you keep gluten-free sekerpare from getting soggy?

To keep gluten-free sekerpare from becoming soggy, pour the syrup evenly over the baked pieces instead of flooding them, and use the syrup quantity specified in the recipe. Let the dessert absorb the syrup before covering it, so trapped steam does not soften the surface further.

How long does gluten-free sekerpare last, and how should you store it?

Store gluten-free sekerpare in a covered container in a cool place, or refrigerate it in warm weather. Keep it covered between servings to prevent it drying out, and avoid leaving the syrup-soaked dessert exposed for long periods.

Can gluten-free sekerpare be frozen?

Yes, gluten-free sekerpare can be frozen in a tightly sealed freezer-safe container, with pieces separated so they do not stick together. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then let it come to room temperature before serving; the texture may be softer after thawing.

Does gluten-free sekerpare raise blood sugar?

Yes, gluten-free sekerpare can raise blood sugar because its syrup contains sugar; being gluten-free does not make it sugar-free. If you have diabetes, account for the portion in your eating plan and ask your dietitian how it fits your individual needs.

Gluten-free sekerpare Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

0.39mg · 3% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.42µg · 1% DV

B5

0.07mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.03mg · 3% DV

Manganese

0.06mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

13mg · 2% DV

Magnesium

6.3mg · 2% DV

Sodium

31mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

23mg · 1% DV

Gluten-free sekerpare Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Gluten-free sekerpare

To burn the 130 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

32min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

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

What is Gluten-free sekerpare?

Gluten-free sekerpare is a gluten-free take on sekerpare, a classic Turkish syrup-soaked sweet. Instead of wheat flour, recipes commonly use almond or rice flour; the baked dough is then steeped in syrup, which gives the pastry its characteristic moist finish.

Tender with a slightly crumbly bite and a pronounced sweetness, it is served at celebrations and alongside tea or coffee in Turkey. It is carbohydrate-rich from the syrup and flour, with comparatively little protein. Because it is quite sweet, a small piece with unsweetened tea or coffee makes a balanced way to enjoy it.

How Nutritious Is Gluten-free sekerpare?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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

18/ 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 Gluten-free sekerpare 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 Gluten-free sekerpare Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Gluten-free sekerpare Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Gluten-free sekerpare Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.98g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.78g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.74g

⚖️

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.