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Homemade hurmaca Calories
Traditional syrup-soaked fried pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Homemade hurmaca (35 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.5 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 3.4 µg of Selenium covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Homemade hurmaca Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
144
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
21.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 5% · Fat 35%
Homemade hurmaca nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.43 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 59 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 Homemade hurmaca?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 206 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 330 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 433 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 742 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade hurmaca
What is homemade hurmaca?
Homemade hurmaca is a syrup-soaked pastry dessert made by shaping dough and frying it. Recipes vary by region and household, but the defining features are its fried dough and sweet syrup rather than one fixed ingredient list.
How do you make homemade hurmaca?
To make homemade hurmaca, prepare a pastry dough, shape it into small pieces, fry them, then soak them in syrup. Dough ingredients and shaping styles vary between recipes, so follow one recipe consistently rather than mixing different methods.
Why does homemade hurmaca not absorb the syrup?
Homemade hurmaca may not absorb syrup if the dough is too dense, the pieces are over-fried, or the syrup and pastry are at similar temperatures. Drain excess frying oil first, then give the pieces time to soak without leaving them submerged too long.
Should the syrup be hot or cold for homemade hurmaca?
A common approach for homemade hurmaca is to put hot fried pastries into cooled syrup. The temperature contrast helps the pastry take up syrup; check your chosen recipe, since household versions can use different timing.
Why does homemade hurmaca fall apart while frying?
Homemade hurmaca can fall apart if the dough is too loose, its seams are not closed, or the pieces are handled before they hold their shape. Seal cracks before frying and lower the pieces gently into the oil.
How do you keep homemade hurmaca from getting greasy?
To keep homemade hurmaca from getting greasy, fry it in oil that is hot enough and avoid overcrowding the pan. Drain each batch on a rack so excess oil can run off before the pastries go into the syrup.
Can homemade hurmaca be baked instead of fried?
Yes, homemade hurmaca can be baked, but it will not have the same texture as the traditional fried version. Bake the shaped dough until cooked through and lightly colored before adding syrup, and expect a less crisp exterior.
How should homemade hurmaca be stored?
Store homemade hurmaca in a covered container in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct sunlight. The syrup gradually softens the pastry, so it is best enjoyed within a few days rather than kept for a long time.
Can you freeze homemade hurmaca?
Yes, you can freeze homemade hurmaca, though thawing may make its syrup-soaked texture softer. Pack it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing it, which can further affect the pastry.
Where does homemade hurmaca come from?
Hurmaca is associated with Balkan and regional home-cooking traditions, and recipes and names can differ across communities. Homemade versions are often shaped and served according to family custom, so there is no single universal recipe or origin story.
Homemade hurmaca Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.66mg · 4% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.74µg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
2.63µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.43µg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.49mg · 3% DV
Sodium
59mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
Homemade hurmaca Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade hurmaca
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Homemade hurmaca?
Homemade hurmaca is a home-style Turkish and Balkan dessert: a shaped, flour-based pastry that is fried and then soaked in syrup. Recipes vary between households, but the browned exterior and syrup-softened centre are characteristic.
In the regions where it is made, it is served in small portions after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it also works as a sweet treat with coffee. Its fried, syrupy preparation makes it energy-dense and high in carbohydrate, while offering relatively little protein or fibre. For a lighter serving, keep to one piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee; you can also use less syrup when making it at home.
How Nutritious Is Homemade hurmaca?
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 Homemade hurmaca 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 Homemade hurmaca Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade hurmaca 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
Homemade hurmaca Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 137:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (137:1).
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