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Small Güllaç Calories
Traditional Ramadan dessert, milky, light, small portion
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Small Güllaç (60 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.9 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Small Güllaç Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 60 g
87
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
15.9g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% 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 72% · Protein 9% · Fat 19%
Small Güllaç nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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 Small Güllaç?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small Güllaç
What is small güllaç?
Small güllaç is a Turkish milk dessert made by layering thin güllaç wafers with sweetened milk and often nuts. Its soft, delicate layers and small serving make it a familiar Ramadan treat.
What does small güllaç taste like?
Small güllaç tastes mildly sweet, milky and delicate, with a soft, tender texture rather than the crisp layers of many pastries. Nuts add a contrasting crunch, while garnishes such as pomegranate bring a tart note.
How is small güllaç different from baklava?
Small güllaç is softened with milk and served chilled, whereas baklava is baked until crisp and layered with syrup. Güllaç has a lighter, softer texture and is traditionally associated with Ramadan in Turkey.
How do you make small güllaç at home?
To make small güllaç, soften güllaç wafers one at a time with warm sweetened milk, layering them with chopped nuts if desired. Chill the assembled dessert so the wafers absorb the milk, then garnish before serving.
What are the wafers in small güllaç made from?
Güllaç wafers are thin, dried sheets made mainly from starch and water. They are brittle before use, but absorb warm milk quickly and become soft, which gives small güllaç its characteristic texture.
Does small güllaç contain rose water?
Small güllaç does not have to contain rose water. Some recipes add a little for fragrance, while others rely on milk and nuts for their flavor; rose water is an optional variation, not an essential ingredient.
What nuts go in small güllaç?
Walnuts and pistachios are common choices for small güllaç, and hazelnuts can also be used. Chop the nuts so they fit neatly between the delicate layers, or save them for a garnish on top.
Why is small güllaç associated with Ramadan?
Small güllaç is associated with Ramadan because it is a traditional Turkish dessert often served after iftar. Its milk-softened wafers are prepared ahead and served chilled, making it a popular sweet for Ramadan gatherings.
How should small güllaç be served?
Serve small güllaç chilled, cut into portions, with nuts or pomegranate on top if you like. It is commonly offered as dessert after a Turkish meal, especially at Ramadan iftar gatherings.
Can you freeze small güllaç?
You can freeze small güllaç, but the milk-soaked layers may turn watery or softer after thawing. For the best texture, prepare it fresh and chill it; if freezing, add any fruit garnish after thawing.
Small Güllaç Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
57mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Iodine
4.2µg · 3% DV
Zinc
0.3mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Sodium
25mg · 1% DV
Small Güllaç Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small Güllaç
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (small) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Small Güllaç?
Small Güllaç is a miniature portion of güllaç, a Turkish dessert made by softening thin güllaç wafers in sweetened milk and layering them, often with walnuts. It is especially associated with Ramadan and is commonly served at iftar; pomegranate seeds or pistachios may be added as a garnish.
The milk-soaked layers are tender and slightly soft, with a gentler sweetness than many syrup-soaked pastries. Serve it chilled as a small dessert after a meal, or with Turkish coffee or tea. Its milky, modestly sized portion suits anyone looking for a lighter-feeling traditional sweet. You can keep it less rich by using less sugar and a restrained amount of nuts and garnish.
How Nutritious Is Small Güllaç?
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 Small Güllaç 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 Small Güllaç Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Small Güllaç 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
Small Güllaç Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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