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Hazelnut butter baklava Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert, rich in hazelnuts and butter, layered pastry with syrup
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hazelnut butter baklava (40 g) has 178 calories. That works out to 445 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.6 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Hazelnut butter baklava Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
178
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
21.6g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% 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 48% · Protein 6% · Fat 46%
Hazelnut butter baklava nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.5 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Hazelnut butter baklava?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 178 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 267 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 356 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 445 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 445 kcal |
Calculated from 445 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hazelnut butter baklava
What is hazelnut butter baklava made of?
Hazelnut butter baklava is made with thin pastry layers, hazelnuts, butter and syrup. The hazelnuts are usually chopped or ground and layered between the pastry sheets; some recipes use prepared phyllo, while others make the pastry from scratch.
How is hazelnut butter baklava made?
Hazelnut butter baklava is assembled by brushing thin pastry sheets with butter, adding hazelnuts between layers, and cutting the pastry before baking. Syrup is poured over the baked layers, with the contrast between hot pastry and cooler syrup helping preserve their crispness.
What is the difference between hazelnut butter baklava and pistachio baklava?
The main difference is the nut: hazelnut butter baklava uses hazelnuts, while pistachio baklava uses pistachios. Both are layered pastries commonly finished with syrup, but their nut flavor and color are distinct.
Why does hazelnut butter baklava turn soggy?
Hazelnut butter baklava can turn soggy if it is underbaked, receives too much syrup, or is stored in a humid, sealed environment while still warm. Bake the pastry until well browned and let it cool properly before covering it.
Should syrup be hot or cold for hazelnut butter baklava?
A common method is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot hazelnut butter baklava. The temperature contrast helps the pastry absorb syrup without losing as much of its crisp texture; follow the method specified in your recipe.
How should you store hazelnut butter baklava?
Keep hazelnut butter baklava in a dry, cool place in a covered container, away from humidity. Refrigeration may soften the pastry, though it can be useful in hot weather; bring chilled pieces to room temperature before serving.
Can you freeze hazelnut butter baklava?
Yes, hazelnut butter baklava can be frozen. Wrap individual pieces or seal them in an airtight container to limit freezer odors and moisture. Thaw at room temperature, then briefly warm in the oven if you want to refresh the crisp layers.
Can you make hazelnut butter baklava with store-bought phyllo?
Yes, store-bought phyllo works for hazelnut butter baklava. Keep unused sheets covered so they do not dry out, brush the layers evenly with melted butter, add the hazelnuts, and cut the assembled pastry before baking.
What do you serve with hazelnut butter baklava?
Hazelnut butter baklava is commonly served with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances its rich butter and syrup. Serve it at room temperature so the pastry layers and hazelnut flavor are easy to appreciate.
Is hazelnut butter baklava suitable for people with diabetes?
Hazelnut butter baklava contains syrup and can raise blood glucose, so portion size and timing matter for people with diabetes. Follow your individual care plan, and ask your doctor or dietitian if you need advice alongside diabetes medication.
Hazelnut butter baklava Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.84mg · 6% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
64mg · 2% DV
Hazelnut butter baklava Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hazelnut butter baklava
To burn the 178 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 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 Hazelnut butter baklava?
Hazelnut butter baklava is a Turkish pastry made by layering thin sheets of dough with chopped hazelnuts, brushing the layers with butter, then baking and soaking the pastry in syrup. Its crisp, delicate layers contrast with a rich nut filling and a sweet, buttery finish.
In Turkey, it is served for celebrations and when welcoming guests, often alongside tea or after a meal. Hazelnuts contribute some protein and fibre, but the butter and syrup make this an energy-dense sweet; a medium piece is about 40 g. Enjoy a smaller piece with unsweetened tea if you want a less-heavy treat.
How Nutritious Is Hazelnut butter baklava?
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 Hazelnut butter baklava 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 Hazelnut butter baklava Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hazelnut butter baklava 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
Hazelnut butter baklava Fat Profile
SATURATED
3g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.