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Traditional Ramadan dessert, milky, with walnuts, light and refreshing
In season: Spring
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Güllaç with Walnuts (120 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Güllaç with Walnuts is a Turkish dessert made by layering thin starch-based güllaç sheets with sweetened milk and chopped walnuts. It is especially associated with Ramadan, when it is often served after iftar; pomegranate seeds are a familiar garnish, though recipes vary.
The milk-softened layers are tender and delicate, while the walnuts add a little crunch. It is usually served chilled, making it a refreshing finish to a meal, and can also be enjoyed with tea or coffee. Milk and walnuts contribute some protein and fat, but the dessert is mainly a source of carbohydrates and sugar. For a lighter version, use less sugar and keep the walnut filling modest.
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% 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 63% · Protein 10% · Fat 27%
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
Güllaç with Walnuts is made with thin güllaç sheets soaked in sweetened milk, layered with chopped walnuts. It is usually chilled before serving and may be finished with toppings such as pomegranate seeds or extra nuts.
To make Güllaç with Walnuts, soften each sheet with warm sweetened milk, layer them in a shallow dish, and scatter chopped walnuts between some layers. Chill the assembled dessert until the sheets have absorbed the milk, then serve cold.
Güllaç with Walnuts is a traditional Ramadan dessert in Turkey. Its cool, milky texture makes it a popular choice for iftar, and güllaç sheets are especially associated with Ramadan in Turkish food culture.
Güllaç with Walnuts is served cold. Chilling lets the sheets absorb the milk and gives the dessert its soft, set texture; add delicate toppings shortly before serving.
Yes, Güllaç with Walnuts can be made a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Add toppings such as pomegranate or extra chopped walnuts just before serving for a fresher appearance and texture.
Güllaç with Walnuts keeps for about two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. The sheets continue to soften as they sit, so it is best enjoyed while the layers still hold their shape.
Hazelnuts, pistachios, or almonds can replace the walnuts in Güllaç with Walnuts. The flavor will differ from the classic version, and another tree nut is not a safe substitute for someone avoiding nuts because of an allergy.
The sheets in Güllaç with Walnuts can turn mushy if the milk is too hot or too much is poured on at once. Use warm rather than boiling milk, add it gradually, and stop once the sheets are softened.
Yes, Güllaç with Walnuts can be made without rose water. It is an optional flavoring; leaving it out lets the milk and walnuts stand out, while a small amount gives the dessert a floral aroma.
For Güllaç with Walnuts, spread the chopped walnuts between the middle layers rather than piling them into every layer. This distributes their flavor without making the soft dessert too dense; save a little for the garnish if desired.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.