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Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Calories
Milk-based, light dessert, traditional Ramadan sweet
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Güllaç (140 kcal serving) has 140 calories. It contains 26.5 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 80 mg of Phosphorus covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
26.5g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 9% · Fat 16%
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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 Güllaç (140 kcal serving)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 112 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Güllaç (140 kcal serving)
What is Güllaç?
Güllaç is a traditional Turkish milk dessert made by layering delicate starch-based sheets with sweetened milk. It is usually finished with nuts and served chilled, especially during Ramadan.
Where did Güllaç come from?
Güllaç comes from Turkish culinary tradition and is particularly associated with Ramadan. Its thin sheets and milk-soaked layers make it a distinctive dessert, rather than a version of a baked pudding or pastry.
What does Güllaç taste like?
Güllaç tastes mildly sweet, milky and delicate, with a soft texture and a nutty contrast when walnuts or pistachios are added. Rose water may give some versions a light floral aroma.
How is Güllaç traditionally served?
Güllaç is traditionally served chilled, often as an iftar dessert during Ramadan. It is commonly topped with pomegranate seeds and chopped nuts; add juicy toppings shortly before serving so they do not soften the layers.
Can you make Güllaç ahead of time?
Yes, Güllaç is well suited to making ahead because chilling helps its sheets absorb the milk and settle into layers. Keep it covered in the refrigerator, and add fresh fruit or nuts close to serving.
Why does Güllaç become soggy?
Güllaç becomes soggy when its sheets absorb too much liquid, particularly if the milk is very hot or poured on too quickly. Use warm rather than boiling milk and pour it evenly over the layers.
How should you store leftover Güllaç?
Store leftover Güllaç covered in the refrigerator because it contains milk. Its texture is best when eaten soon after preparation; toppings such as pomegranate can release juice, so keep them separate until serving if possible.
Can you freeze Güllaç?
You can freeze Güllaç, but freezing and thawing may leave its delicate sheets mushy and watery. Refrigerating leftovers and eating them soon is a better way to preserve the dessert’s texture.
Can you make Güllaç without rose water?
Yes, Güllaç can be made without rose water. Rose water is an optional flavoring, not essential to the dessert; the milk, sugar and Güllaç sheets create its familiar base, while nuts add texture.
Is Güllaç a healthy dessert?
Güllaç is a milk-based dessert, but it also contains added sugar, so it is still a sweet treat rather than an everyday health food. A modest serving can fit into an otherwise balanced eating pattern.
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
80mg · 11% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Iodine
6µg · 4% DV
Zinc
0.4mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Güllaç (140 kcal serving)
To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:
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What is Güllaç (140 kcal serving)?
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) is a traditional Turkish milk dessert made by softening thin starch-based sheets in sweetened milk. The layers are often filled with walnuts or pistachios, and pomegranate seeds are a familiar garnish.
The sheets turn tender and silky, with a gentle milky sweetness rather than the dense syrupiness of many other Turkish desserts. In Turkey it is especially associated with Ramadan, served chilled after iftar; it is also made at home at other times. It can suit those looking for a lighter-feeling dessert, and a modest portion with fresh pomegranate keeps the finish bright.
How Nutritious Is Güllaç (140 kcal serving)?
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 Güllaç (140 kcal serving) 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 Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Güllaç (140 kcal serving) 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
Güllaç (140 kcal serving) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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