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Traditional dessert with thin yufka pastry and hazelnut filling
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hazelnut yufka (60 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.2 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 13.2 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
246
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
28.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
13.2g
· 17% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 7% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.2 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| 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) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Hazelnut yufka is a dessert made with thin yufka pastry and a hazelnut filling. Recipes vary: the pastry may be layered or folded around the filling, and some versions are finished with syrup.
To make hazelnut yufka, place finely chopped or ground hazelnuts between pastry layers or wrap them inside the pastry. Shape it, bake according to your recipe, and add syrup afterward only if you are making a syruped version.
No, hazelnut yufka is not necessarily baklava. Both can use thin pastry and nuts, but baklava usually has many pastry layers and a characteristic syruped preparation; hazelnut yufka can be folded or rolled and varies by recipe.
Some hazelnut yufka recipes include syrup, while others are served without it. Check how the particular dessert is prepared: syrup changes its sweetness and texture, but it is not essential to every version.
Keep the pastry dry before baking and avoid adding excess butter or syrup. If your hazelnut yufka is syruped, add the syrup gradually after baking; too much liquid softens the thin pastry.
Yes, phyllo can stand in for yufka in hazelnut yufka when it is the thin pastry available to you. Handle the sheets gently, keep unused ones covered so they do not dry out, and adjust the shape to suit the thinner layers.
Plain, shelled hazelnuts work well in hazelnut yufka, either finely chopped or ground for the filling. Lightly toasting them deepens their flavor; let them cool before adding them so they do not make the pastry greasy.
Serve hazelnut yufka with unsweetened tea or coffee, especially if the pastry is syruped. A small portion of plain yogurt or fresh fruit can also balance its rich, nutty sweetness.
Store hazelnut yufka in a covered container once it has cooled. Keep it in a cool, dry place for the best texture; syruped pieces tend to soften over time, so they may lose their crispness.
Yes, hazelnut yufka can be frozen in an airtight container, though the pastry may be less crisp after thawing. Defrost it before serving and briefly warm it in the oven if you want to refresh the texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.76mg · 18% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.92µg · 6% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
32mg · 8% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Hazelnut yufka is a traditional Turkish sweet made by filling thin yufka pastry with hazelnuts. Depending on the recipe, the pastry may be folded or rolled, giving the dessert delicate layers around a richer, nutty centre. Its texture is lightly crisp, while the hazelnut filling brings a roasted flavour and a satisfying bite.
In Turkey, it is commonly served with tea, shared with guests or offered on festive occasions. The pastry’s mild flavour lets the hazelnuts stand out, and unsweetened tea makes a pleasant pairing. It is an energy-dense treat, with 410 calories per 100 g, so a modest piece can be a good choice when you want something sweet without a large portion.
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.
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
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 75:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (75:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.