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A traditional sweet with hazelnut paste inside a bulgur-and-molasses coating; energy-dense and rich in monounsaturated fats.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hazelnut-Paste-Stuffed İçli Köme (50 g) has 205 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.5 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of Manganese covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
205
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
24.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 8% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 205 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.25 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme is a Turkish sweet with a bulgur-and-molasses outer layer and a hazelnut-paste filling. It is shaped around the filling and served as a dessert; recipes can differ in how the pieces are cooked.
Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme is made by kneading a bulgur-based outer mixture, shaping it into a thin shell, filling it with hazelnut paste, and sealing it. The bulgur needs to soften and bind well so the shell holds together during shaping.
No. Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme is a sweet filled with hazelnut paste and coated in a bulgur-and-molasses mixture. İçli köfte is usually a savory dish with a meat filling, so the two differ in both flavor and ingredients.
Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme is associated with the Turkish içli köme tradition, particularly in Malatya. The name and recipe can vary between households and makers, so the filling and cooking method are not necessarily identical everywhere.
Serve hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme at room temperature as a dessert or sweet snack. Turkish tea or unsweetened coffee makes a good accompaniment, while another syrupy dessert may compete with its rich hazelnut-and-molasses flavor.
Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme can crack if its bulgur shell is too dry, poorly kneaded, or stretched too thin. Keep the shell evenly thick, use a modest amount of filling, and moisten your hands slightly while shaping to help seal the edges.
Keep hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme in a sealed container in a cool, dry place; warmth can soften the hazelnut filling. Homemade pieces vary by recipe and cooking method, so follow the maker’s storage guidance and avoid leaving them out for long periods.
Yes, hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme can be frozen, though the bulgur coating may change texture after thawing. Freeze the pieces separately first, then store them in an airtight container and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme tastes sweet and nutty, with the molasses giving the bulgur coating a distinctive, deep flavor. The soft filling contrasts with the firmer outer shell, though the exact sweetness and texture depend on the recipe.
Serve hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme with unsweetened Turkish tea or coffee. Their clean, slightly bitter taste balances the sweetness of the molasses and hazelnut paste without adding another rich dessert to the plate.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.75mg · 18% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.5mg · 65% DV
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Magnesium
53mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
215mg · 6% DV
Sodium
20mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Hazelnut-paste-stuffed içli köme is a Turkish sweet made with a bulgur-and-molasses outer layer filled with hazelnut paste. Its shell is pleasantly chewy, while the filling is soft and rich, with toasted hazelnut flavour balancing the molasses sweetness.
In Turkey, it is typically offered in small pieces alongside tea, and it also works as a compact dessert after a meal. It is energy-dense, providing 410 kcal per 100 g, so a small piece can be satisfying. Pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit if you’d like to balance its sweetness.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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
✓ 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
1.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.