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Güllaç with Strawberry Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert, milk-based, light, with strawberries, Ramadan specialty
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Güllaç with Strawberry (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 93.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Güllaç with Strawberry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 10% · Fat 18%
Güllaç with Strawberry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| 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 Güllaç with Strawberry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Güllaç with Strawberry
What is Güllaç with strawberry?
Güllaç with strawberry is a Turkish milk dessert made by softening thin güllaç sheets in sweetened milk and layering them with strawberries. It is usually chilled before serving and is especially popular during Ramadan.
Why is Güllaç with strawberry eaten during Ramadan?
Güllaç with strawberry is a fruit-filled variation of güllaç, a dessert traditionally associated with Ramadan in Turkey. Its milk-soaked sheets make it a refreshing chilled finish to an iftar meal, though it is eaten at other times of year too.
What ingredients are used in Güllaç with strawberry?
Güllaç with strawberry typically contains güllaç sheets, milk, sugar, and fresh strawberries; walnuts and rosewater are optional additions. Recipes vary, but the sheets are layered after being softened with sweetened milk.
Should strawberries in Güllaç with strawberry be cooked?
No, strawberries in Güllaç with strawberry are usually used fresh rather than cooked. Slice them and add them between the layers or as a topping; adding them shortly before serving helps keep their texture and limits excess juice.
What can I use instead of güllaç sheets in Güllaç with strawberry?
There is no exact substitute for güllaç sheets in Güllaç with strawberry, because their thin, starch-based texture is distinctive. Thin rice paper or very delicate pastry may work as an experiment, but the result will not have the traditional texture.
How warm should the milk be for Güllaç with strawberry?
The milk for Güllaç with strawberry should be warm, not boiling. Very hot milk can make the delicate sheets collapse, so warm the sweetened milk gently and let it cool slightly before pouring it over the layers.
How long does Güllaç with strawberry last in the fridge?
Güllaç with strawberry is best eaten within 1–2 days when covered and refrigerated. Fresh strawberries release juice over time, making the layers softer, so add the fruit close to serving if you are preparing the dessert ahead.
Can you freeze Güllaç with strawberry?
Freezing Güllaç with strawberry is not recommended for the best texture. The milk-soaked sheets can become watery after thawing, and strawberries tend to soften; serve it freshly made or keep it chilled for a short time instead.
How is Güllaç with strawberry traditionally served?
Güllaç with strawberry is served cold, cut into portions after the sheets have absorbed the sweetened milk. It is often garnished with fresh strawberries and walnuts, and may be finished with a little rosewater in some versions.
Does Güllaç with strawberry contain rosewater?
Sometimes Güllaç with strawberry contains rosewater, but it is optional rather than essential. A small amount can add a floral note to the milk; many versions rely on strawberries and leave rosewater out.
Güllaç with Strawberry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
9.6mg · 11% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Iodine
9.6µg · 6% DV
Selenium
3µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Sodium
46mg · 2% DV
Güllaç with Strawberry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Güllaç with Strawberry
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Güllaç with Strawberry?
Güllaç with Strawberry layers delicate güllaç wafers softened in sweetened milk with fresh strawberries. A traditional Turkish dessert, it is especially associated with Ramadan, when it is often prepared ahead and chilled for serving after iftar. Some versions include chopped walnuts or pistachios between the layers.
The wafers turn soft and tender as they absorb the milk, while the strawberries bring a fresh, gently tart contrast. Serve it cold as a light-feeling finish to a meal; it also works well for a summer gathering. Its milk-based layers make it less syrupy than many Turkish pastries, though it is still a sweet dessert. For a less rich result, use a restrained amount of sugar and let ripe strawberries provide much of the flavour.
How Nutritious Is Güllaç with Strawberry?
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 Güllaç with Strawberry 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 with Strawberry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Güllaç with Strawberry 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 with Strawberry Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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