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Traditional Turkish syrup dessert, semolina and walnut filled, fried or baked
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Halbur dessert (50 g) has 190 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 31 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
190
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
31g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 5% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 70 g | 266 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 456 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
Halbur dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made with semolina dough and a walnut filling. The shaped pieces are usually baked, then soaked in syrup, giving them a tender center and a richer, slightly textured exterior.
The ridges are traditionally made by pressing each piece of dough against a halbur, a coarse sieve. At home, a grater or another ridged surface can make a similar pattern; press gently so the pastry keeps its shape without splitting.
Halbur dessert is often treated as the same or a closely related sweet as kalburabastı. Both commonly use semolina dough, walnut filling, a ridged shape and syrup, though recipes and names vary across Turkish regions.
Halbur dessert is commonly baked, although fried versions exist. Baking is a practical choice for home cooking and gives the pastries a firm exterior before they absorb syrup; follow the method specified in the recipe you are using.
Halbur dessert tastes sweet and buttery, with walnuts adding a toasted, earthy note. Its syrup-softened pastry is tender inside, while the ridged surface can retain a little more texture than a smooth syrup-soaked pastry.
Halbur dessert may stay dry if the syrup is too thick, the pastries are overbaked, or the syrup and pastries are both at similar temperatures. Pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot pastries and allow time for it to absorb.
Yes, you can make Halbur dessert ahead because the baked pastries need time to absorb their syrup. Prepare it before serving and keep it covered in a cool place; the texture can become softer as it rests.
Yes, you can leave out the walnuts or replace them with another filling, though the result will no longer have the classic walnut flavor. Keep the filling dry and use only a modest amount so the pastry seals and bakes evenly.
Halbur dessert is distinguished by its semolina-based dough, walnut center and ridged exterior, which is traditionally shaped on a sieve. Other Turkish syrup pastries may use layered pastry or a different filling and are formed using different techniques.
Serve Halbur dessert in a small portion with unsweetened Turkish tea or plain coffee. The unsweetened drink balances the syrupy sweetness, and the pastry can be served at room temperature without extra sauce or toppings.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.35mg · 2% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.55mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
55mg · 2% DV
Sodium
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Made with semolina dough and a walnut filling, halbur dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup pastry. Its name refers to the perforated surface used to shape the dough, leaving a distinctive pattern; it may be baked or fried before being soaked in syrup.
The outside is lightly crisp, while the inside turns soft and syrupy, with walnuts adding a nutty contrast to the sweetness. In Turkey, it is often offered to guests, served at festive gatherings or enjoyed with tea. It is a rich, carbohydrate-forward sweet, so a modest piece can be satisfying. Pair it with unsweetened tea, or serve it alongside fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling dessert plate.
Low
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Low
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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.
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
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.