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Traditional halva made with grape molasses, rich in energy and minerals
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Grape molasses halva (40 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.6 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
164
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
27.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 4% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Grape molasses halva is a sweet made by combining grape molasses with a cooked base, commonly flour or semolina and oil. Recipes vary: some also use water or milk, and nuts may be added for texture.
To make grape molasses halva, cook flour or semolina in oil, then gradually stir in a liquid mixture containing grape molasses. Keep stirring as it thickens; the recipe’s liquid-to-base ratio determines whether the finished halva is soft or firm.
Grape molasses halva gets its sweetness from grape molasses and is commonly cooked at home with flour or semolina. Tahini halva is made primarily from sesame paste and sugar, giving it a distinct sesame flavor and a more crumbly texture.
Serve grape molasses halva in small portions as a dessert or sweet snack. It pairs well with tea or coffee, and chopped walnuts or pistachios add crunch; plain yogurt can balance its sweetness if you prefer a less rich pairing.
Keep grape molasses halva in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate homemade versions made with milk, and follow the package instructions for packaged halva; bring chilled halva to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Grape molasses halva may spoil, especially if it contains milk or has been exposed to moisture. Discard it if you notice mold, an unusual sour smell, a marked change in color, or a sticky, wet texture.
Grape molasses halva can turn hard if it is cooked too long or made with too little liquid. Crumbling may point to an unbalanced recipe or uneven mixing; add the molasses mixture gradually and stop cooking once the halva comes together.
Yes, many grape molasses halva recipes use grape molasses as the sweetener without adding refined sugar. However, recipes differ, so halva made with molasses alone is still sweet and contains carbohydrates from the molasses and its flour or semolina base.
Yes, some grape molasses halva recipes use milk, either on its own or combined with water. Milk gives the halva a richer taste and softer texture, but a milk-based batch should be refrigerated.
People with diabetes should account for grape molasses halva as a carbohydrate-containing sweet, since both the molasses and flour or semolina can affect blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can advise whether its portion fits an individual diabetes plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.28mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Iron
1.48mg · 8% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Grape molasses halva is a traditional Turkish sweet made with grape molasses; depending on the recipe, its base may be toasted flour or tahini. The molasses gives it a deep, fruity sweetness and a dark, rich colour, while the texture can range from crumbly to smooth and dense.
In Turkey, it is usually served in small pieces with tea, after a meal, or as a home-made treat. Its concentrated sweetness makes a modest portion satisfying. It is energy-dense and mainly provides carbohydrates, with 410 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter serving, cut a thin slice and enjoy it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than pairing it with another sweet.
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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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.