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Homemade Laz böreği Calories
Homemade Black Sea pastry with custard filling and syrup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Homemade Laz böreği (120 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 17.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 11.3 µg of Selenium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade Laz böreği Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
374
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
17.8g
· 23% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%
Homemade Laz böreği nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.8 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
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 Laz böreği?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 140 g | 437 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 686 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 749 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Laz böreği
What is homemade Laz böreği?
Homemade Laz böreği is a layered pastry from Turkey’s eastern Black Sea region, filled with custard and finished with syrup. Despite “börek” in its name, it is a dessert rather than a savory pie.
Why is homemade Laz böreği called börek if it is sweet?
Homemade Laz böreği is called börek because it is built from layered pastry, but its custard filling and syrup make it a dessert. The name describes its pastry form, not the savory flavor many people associate with börek.
What does homemade Laz böreği taste like?
Homemade Laz böreği tastes buttery and crisp at the edges, with a soft, milky custard center and a sweet syrup finish. Traditional versions may include a little black pepper, which adds a subtle savory-scented note.
Is homemade Laz böreği the same as baklava?
No, homemade Laz böreği is not baklava. Both use layered pastry and syrup, but Laz böreği is distinguished by its custard filling; baklava is typically layered with nuts and does not have that creamy center.
What pastry is used for homemade Laz böreği?
Homemade Laz böreği is usually made with very thin pastry sheets, similar to phyllo. The sheets are layered around the custard filling, then baked until golden; careful layering gives the finished dessert its crisp top.
Does homemade Laz böreği contain black pepper?
Some traditional homemade Laz böreği recipes season the custard with black pepper. It is used sparingly, so the dessert remains sweet while gaining a distinctive hint of spice; many modern recipes leave it out.
How do you keep homemade Laz böreği pastry crisp?
To help homemade Laz böreği stay crisp, bake the pastry until well browned and add the syrup in the order specified by your recipe. Let it absorb the syrup before covering; trapping steam while it is hot softens the layers.
Can you make homemade Laz böreği with store-bought phyllo?
Yes, store-bought phyllo works for homemade Laz böreği and saves time. Keep unused sheets covered with a clean, slightly damp towel as you assemble the layers, since exposed phyllo dries out and can crack.
When is homemade Laz böreği usually served?
Homemade Laz böreği is commonly served as a dessert or sweet treat with tea or coffee, rather than as a main course. Letting it cool after the syrup is added makes it easier to cut into neat portions.
How should you store leftover homemade Laz böreği?
Store leftover homemade Laz böreği covered in the refrigerator because its custard filling is perishable. It will keep for a few days, although the pastry gradually softens; bring a portion toward room temperature before serving for a less-chilled custard.
Homemade Laz böreği Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
115.2µg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.84µg · 13% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
115mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Sodium
202mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Homemade Laz böreği Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade Laz böreği
To burn the 374 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Laz böreği?
Homemade Laz böreği is a Black Sea pastry made with thin layers of pastry wrapped around a milk-based custard, then finished with syrup. Home recipes vary in how finely the pastry is layered and how sweet the syrup is; some versions add a little black pepper to the filling.
The top is crisp and golden, while the centre stays soft and creamy. In its home region it is served in slices as a dessert, often with tea, and it also works well after a meal or for sharing with guests. It is relatively rich in carbohydrates and fat, so a medium piece makes a substantial sweet treat. For a less sweet finish, use less syrup and pair it with unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Homemade Laz böreği?
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 Laz böreği 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 Laz böreği Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade Laz böreği 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 Laz böreği Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.3:1).
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