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Hazelnut crescent pastry Calories
Energy-dense sweet pastry with hazelnut filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hazelnut crescent pastry (75 g) has 326 calories. That works out to 435 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.9 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 18.1 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 12 µg of Selenium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Hazelnut crescent pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
326
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
34.9g
· 13% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
18.1g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 7% · Fat 50%
Hazelnut crescent pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 326 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.1 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 7.65 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 crescent pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 326 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 19 g | 83 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 326 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 479 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 609 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 653 kcal |
Calculated from 435 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hazelnut crescent pastry
What is a hazelnut crescent pastry?
A hazelnut crescent pastry is a crescent-shaped baked pastry filled with hazelnuts, often with cocoa and cake crumbs in the filling. It is associated with Turkish ay çöreği and is different from a flaky French-style croissant.
What is inside a hazelnut crescent pastry?
A hazelnut crescent pastry typically has a filling made with ground or chopped hazelnuts, cocoa, and cake crumbs or breadcrumbs. Some bakery recipes add raisins or spices, so the filling can vary from one pastry shop to another.
How is a hazelnut crescent pastry made?
A hazelnut crescent pastry is made by enclosing a nutty filling in risen dough, rolling or shaping it into a crescent, and baking it. Turkish versions often use a soft, yeast-raised dough rather than the laminated dough used for croissants.
Is a hazelnut crescent pastry the same as a croissant?
No, a hazelnut crescent pastry is not a croissant. It is generally a soft, filled yeast pastry, while a croissant is defined by its layered, laminated dough; their crescent shapes are the main similarity.
Where does the hazelnut crescent pastry come from?
The hazelnut crescent pastry is a Turkish-style version of ay çöreği, a crescent-shaped bakery pastry. Recipes differ between bakeries, but the familiar Turkish filling often uses cake crumbs, cocoa, and nuts inside a soft dough.
How do you keep a hazelnut crescent pastry soft?
To keep a hazelnut crescent pastry soft, store it fully cooled in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid leaving it exposed to air, which dries the dough; if it has firmed up, warm it briefly in a low oven.
Can you freeze a hazelnut crescent pastry?
Yes, a hazelnut crescent pastry can be frozen. Wrap each pastry separately and seal them in a freezer-safe container; thaw before serving, then warm briefly in the oven if you want to refresh the texture.
How do you reheat a hazelnut crescent pastry?
Reheat a hazelnut crescent pastry briefly in a low oven until just warm. This helps revive the soft dough without making it soggy; a microwave works in a pinch, but can leave the pastry softer or chewy.
What do you serve with a hazelnut crescent pastry?
Serve a hazelnut crescent pastry with plain tea or coffee. Their unsweetened flavor balances the pastry’s rich nut-and-cocoa filling, making them common accompaniments for a bakery breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Can you make a hazelnut crescent pastry without cocoa?
Yes, you can make a hazelnut crescent pastry without cocoa. Use a hazelnut-forward filling instead, adjusting its moisture so it holds together inside the dough; cocoa is common in Turkish ay çöreği recipes but is not essential.
Hazelnut crescent pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Vitamin A
135µg · 15% DV
B3
2.33mg · 15% DV
Vitamin E
2.17mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.39mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
89mg · 13% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Hazelnut crescent pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hazelnut crescent pastry
To burn the 326 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Hazelnut crescent pastry?
Hazelnut crescent pastry is a Turkish bakery sweet: soft, enriched dough is wrapped around a sweet hazelnut filling and shaped into a crescent before baking. Depending on the bakery, the filling may also include cocoa or crumbs, giving it a dense, soft centre beneath a lightly browned crust. It is not simply a French croissant with nuts.
In Turkey, it is commonly bought from a bakery and enjoyed with tea as a breakfast treat or afternoon snack. Elsewhere, it works well as a café pastry or a small dessert with coffee. It is energy-dense for its size, with some protein and fibre from the hazelnuts; pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee, or share one for a lighter sweet.
How Nutritious Is Hazelnut crescent pastry?
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 crescent pastry 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 crescent pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hazelnut crescent pastry Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Hazelnut crescent pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.2:1).
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