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Hira dessert with syrup Calories
Traditional semolina-based syrup-soaked dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hira dessert with syrup (85 g) has 303 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.4 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 6.9 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Hira dessert with syrup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
303
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
47.4g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 6% · Fat 32%
Hira dessert with syrup nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 303 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.34 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.6 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Hira dessert with syrup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 303 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 110 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 427 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 534 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 605 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 783 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 783 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hira dessert with syrup
What is Hira dessert with syrup?
Hira dessert with syrup is a Turkish baked semolina sweet, usually shaped into small pieces, coated in semolina, and soaked with syrup after baking. It is associated with Tokat and is commonly served in individual portions.
How do you make Hira dessert with syrup?
To make Hira dessert with syrup, combine semolina with ingredients such as flour, yogurt, egg, and oil to form a soft dough. Shape small pieces, coat them in semolina, bake until golden, then pour syrup over the hot pastries.
Should the syrup for Hira dessert with syrup be hot or cold?
The syrup is usually cold when poured over Hira dessert with syrup straight from the oven. The contrast helps the baked pieces absorb it; many home-style recipes also make the syrup without boiling it.
Where does Hira dessert with syrup come from?
Hira dessert with syrup is particularly associated with Tokat, a city in northern Turkey. Its characteristic preparation uses small semolina-based dough pieces baked in the oven and soaked with syrup, though family recipes vary.
Why is Hira dessert with syrup hard?
Hira dessert with syrup can turn hard if too much flour is added, the dough is overworked, or the pieces are baked for too long. Keep the dough soft enough to shape and add the syrup soon after baking.
Why doesn't Hira dessert with syrup absorb the syrup?
Hira dessert with syrup may absorb poorly if the syrup and pastries are both hot, or if the pastries are underbaked. The usual method is to pour cool syrup over hot pastries, then give them time to soak before serving.
How is Hira dessert with syrup different from other Turkish semolina desserts?
Hira dessert with syrup is typically formed into individual pieces and rolled in semolina before baking. Many other Turkish semolina desserts are baked or cooked in a tray and served in slices, rather than shaped as small pastries.
Can you make Hira dessert with syrup ahead of time?
Yes, Hira dessert with syrup can be made a day ahead, giving the pieces time to absorb the syrup. Cover it once cooled and keep it somewhere cool; refrigerate it in warm weather because its dough may contain egg and dairy.
How should you store Hira dessert with syrup?
Store Hira dessert with syrup covered in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it when the room is warm. Bring refrigerated portions toward room temperature before serving; discard the dessert if its smell or appearance changes.
Can people with diabetes eat Hira dessert with syrup?
Hira dessert with syrup contains sugary syrup and can raise blood glucose, so portion size matters for people with diabetes. Choose an amount that fits your individual glucose targets and treatment plan with guidance from your clinician or dietitian.
Hira dessert with syrup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
66.3µg · 7% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.79µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.89µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
73mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
100mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
82mg · 2% DV
Hira dessert with syrup Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hira dessert with syrup
To burn the 303 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 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 Hira dessert with syrup?
Hira dessert with syrup is a baked Turkish sweet associated with Tokat. Its dough is made with semolina and flour, shaped into small pieces, coated in semolina and baked, then soaked in sugar syrup. It has a simple, rounded look, with the syrup settling into the soft interior.
Expect a lightly firm outside and a tender, moist centre with a pronounced sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it makes a sweet accompaniment to coffee or tea. Semolina, flour and syrup make it carbohydrate-rich, while the added fat contributes to its energy content. A smaller piece with unsweetened tea is an easy way to keep the serving lighter.
How Nutritious Is Hira dessert with syrup?
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 Hira dessert with syrup 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 Hira dessert with syrup Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hira dessert with syrup 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
Hira dessert with syrup Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.91g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.3:1).
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