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Gullac (cocoa) Calories
Traditional Ramadan dessert, milk-based, light, cocoa-flavored
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Gullac (cocoa) (120 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Gullac (cocoa) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
156
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
26.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 10% · Fat 22%
Gullac (cocoa) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 Gullac (cocoa)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gullac (cocoa)
What is cocoa güllaç?
Cocoa güllaç is a Turkish milk dessert made by softening thin güllaç sheets in sweetened milk flavored with cocoa. It is usually served chilled and may include walnuts or other nuts between the layers.
How do you make cocoa güllaç at home?
To make cocoa güllaç, stir cocoa and sugar into milk, then use the mixture to soften and layer the güllaç sheets. Add walnuts between layers if you like, then chill the dessert until the sheets have absorbed the milk.
Why is güllaç traditionally eaten during Ramadan?
Güllaç is strongly associated with Ramadan in Turkey and is often served after iftar as a chilled milk dessert. Its seasonal popularity is a food tradition, not a rule: people also make it outside Ramadan.
Is cocoa güllaç served hot or cold?
Cocoa güllaç is served cold. Chilling gives the thin sheets time to absorb the cocoa milk and helps the layered dessert hold together when portioned.
What are güllaç sheets made of?
Güllaç sheets are very thin, dried sheets made from a starch-based mixture, traditionally associated with wheat starch. They soften quickly when moistened, which is why cooks add the milk gradually rather than soaking them for long.
Is güllaç the same as rice paper?
No, güllaç sheets are not the same as rice paper. They are used in a Turkish milk dessert and soften into tender layers, whereas rice paper is commonly used as a wrapper and has a different texture and purpose.
Does traditional güllaç contain cocoa?
No, cocoa is not essential to traditional güllaç. Plain güllaç is generally made with milk and sugar, often layered with walnuts; cocoa is a variation that gives the dessert a chocolate-like flavor.
Can you make cocoa güllaç without rose water?
Yes, cocoa güllaç can be made without rose water. Rose water is an optional flavoring in some güllaç recipes, and leaving it out lets the cocoa and milk flavors remain more prominent.
How should leftover cocoa güllaç be stored?
Store leftover cocoa güllaç covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Because it contains milk, do not leave it at room temperature for a prolonged period, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Can you freeze cocoa güllaç?
You can freeze cocoa güllaç, but freezing and thawing can make its milk-softened sheets watery or overly soft. Refrigerating it and serving it fresh gives the dessert a better texture.
Gullac (cocoa) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Iodine
9.6µg · 6% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
Sodium
46mg · 2% DV
Gullac (cocoa) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gullac (cocoa)
To burn the 156 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Gullac (cocoa)?
Gullac (cocoa) is a Turkish dessert made by softening thin güllaç sheets in sweetened milk and stacking them in layers. Cocoa gives the milk-soaked pastry a gentle chocolate flavour, while walnuts or other nuts are often added between the layers or scattered on top. The result is tender and moist, with a subtle contrast between the creamy milk and slightly bitter cocoa.
In Turkey, güllaç is especially associated with Ramadan, when it is served chilled after iftar, though it also appears at family gatherings and festive meals. It is lighter in feel than many rich, baked desserts, making it a refreshing finish to a generous meal. A medium piece is about 120 g; you can keep it simpler by using less sugar or skipping the nut topping.
How Nutritious Is Gullac (cocoa)?
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
Medium
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 Gullac (cocoa) 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 Gullac (cocoa) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Gullac (cocoa) 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
Gullac (cocoa) Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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