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Gullac pastry sheet Calories
Thin, starchy pastry sheet made from wheat flour and starch for Turkish dessert Güllaç
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Gullac pastry sheet (8 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Gullac pastry sheet Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 8 g
29
KCAL / 8G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% 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 89% · Protein 8% · Fat 3%
Gullac pastry sheet nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (8 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.16 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 pastry sheet?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 8 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 6 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 12 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 16 g | 58 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 40 g | 144 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gullac pastry sheet
How do you use a Gullac pastry sheet?
Soften a Gullac pastry sheet with milk, then layer it in a dish with your chosen filling. Pour warm milk over each sheet gradually rather than soaking the whole stack, and let the finished dessert rest until the layers are tender.
What is a Gullac pastry sheet made from?
A Gullac pastry sheet is a very thin dried sheet made from wheat flour and starch. It is designed to absorb milk and soften, giving the Turkish dessert güllaç its distinctive delicate, layered texture.
How is a Gullac pastry sheet different from phyllo?
A Gullac pastry sheet is meant to soften in milk, while phyllo is usually layered with fat and baked until crisp. They are not interchangeable in a traditional güllaç recipe: phyllo stays much denser and does not create the same tender layers.
Does a Gullac pastry sheet need to be cooked?
No, a Gullac pastry sheet usually does not need additional cooking for güllaç. It is softened with warm milk and served after the dessert has rested; baking it like phyllo would change its characteristic texture.
Why does a Gullac pastry sheet turn mushy?
A Gullac pastry sheet turns mushy when it absorbs too much liquid too quickly, especially if the milk is very hot. Use warm rather than boiling milk, add it gradually, and avoid leaving the sheet submerged.
Can you make Gullac pastry sheets at home?
Yes, you can make Gullac pastry sheets at home by spreading a thin wheat-flour-and-starch mixture over a hot surface and drying it into delicate sheets. Getting them uniformly thin and intact takes practice, so store-bought sheets are often more convenient.
How should you store an opened pack of Gullac pastry sheets?
Store opened Gullac pastry sheets in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can soften the sheets before use, so seal the package promptly and keep it away from steam or damp cupboards.
What can you use instead of a Gullac pastry sheet?
There is no close substitute for a Gullac pastry sheet in traditional güllaç. Phyllo makes a firmer, baked dessert, while rice paper has a different texture; either can work for an experiment but will not reproduce classic güllaç.
Can you eat a Gullac pastry sheet without soaking it?
A Gullac pastry sheet is usually not eaten dry in güllaç because it is brittle and needs liquid to become tender. Soften it with milk before serving; eating it dry also misses the texture the sheet is made to provide.
What fillings and toppings go well with a Gullac pastry sheet?
Walnuts, pistachios, hazelnuts, and pomegranate seeds are popular additions to a Gullac pastry sheet dessert. Scatter nuts between the softened layers or garnish the top with fruit just before serving to keep the decoration fresh.
Gullac pastry sheet Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.06mg · 0% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Folate
1.2µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
3.2mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0.04mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
2.4mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.16mg · 0% DV
Gullac pastry sheet Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gullac pastry sheet
To burn the 29 calories in 1 piece (medium) (8 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 pastry sheet?
Gullac pastry sheet is a very thin, dried sheet made from wheat flour and starch. It is used chiefly for güllaç, a traditional Turkish milk dessert especially associated with Ramadan. Once moistened, the sheets soften and form delicate layers.
In Turkey, they are usually layered with milk and often walnuts, then served chilled, with pomegranate as a familiar garnish. The sheets have a mild flavour, so they suit creamy fillings and toppings without overwhelming them. They are mostly starch and carbohydrate; a lighter dessert can be made by using less sugar and keeping the nuts and garnish modest.
How Nutritious Is Gullac pastry sheet?
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 Gullac pastry sheet Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 pastry sheet Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Gullac pastry sheet 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
Gullac pastry sheet Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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