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Jabak dessert Calories
Traditional syrup-soaked dessert, deep-fried dough balls, sweet and rich
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Jabak dessert (90 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 54 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Jabak dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
306
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
54g
· 20% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 5% · Fat 25%
Jabak dessert nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.98 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 3 Pieces of Jabak dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 153 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 1020 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jabak dessert
What is Jabak dessert?
Jabak dessert is a syrup-soaked sweet made from deep-fried dough balls. The outside becomes browned while the inside stays soft, and the syrup gives it a rich, distinctly sweet finish.
How is Jabak dessert made?
Jabak dessert is made by shaping dough into small balls, deep-frying them, and soaking them in syrup. The dough size and the temperature of the syrup affect how evenly the syrup reaches the centre.
What ingredients are used in Jabak dessert?
Jabak dessert is made with dough that commonly includes flour, eggs, and dairy, then finished with sugar syrup. Recipes can vary, so the exact dough ingredients and flavourings may differ from one cook or region to another.
Why are the Jabak dessert dough balls dense inside?
Jabak dessert dough balls can turn out dense if the dough is overmixed, too firm, or shaped too large. Make evenly sized, modest portions and follow the recipe’s frying temperature so the centres cook before the outsides darken.
Is Jabak dessert served warm or cold?
Jabak dessert is usually served after the syrup has soaked in, at room temperature or slightly warm. It can be offered on its own or with unsweetened tea, which balances the syrup’s sweetness.
Where did Jabak dessert originate?
Jabak dessert does not have a consistently documented, widely agreed place of origin. The name and recipe may be used differently in local traditions, so attributing it to a specific country or region without a reliable source would be misleading.
How is Jabak dessert different from lokma?
Jabak dessert and lokma are both fried dough sweets finished with syrup, but their recipes and names are not interchangeable everywhere. Jabak recipes may use different dough proportions or serving styles, and there is no single standard recipe for comparison.
Can you bake Jabak dessert instead of deep-frying it?
You can try baking Jabak dessert, but it will not have the same browned, fried crust as the traditional version. Baked dough may also absorb syrup differently, so use a recipe developed for baking rather than assuming the frying method transfers unchanged.
How should you store leftover Jabak dessert?
Store leftover Jabak dessert in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it soon. The dough continues to soften as it absorbs syrup, so let a portion come closer to room temperature before serving for a better texture.
Does Jabak dessert raise blood sugar quickly?
Jabak dessert can raise blood sugar quickly because its syrup and fried dough provide a concentrated source of carbohydrate. Anyone managing diabetes should keep the portion small and follow their clinician’s advice for fitting sweets into their eating plan.
Jabak dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
B3
0.45mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
34mg · 5% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.25µg · 4% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Jabak dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Jabak dessert
To burn the 306 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Jabak dessert?
Jabak dessert is a traditional syrup-soaked sweet made from small pieces of dough that are deep-fried and then dipped in syrup. Recipes can vary, but the result is a rich, sweet pastry with a tender centre and a lightly crisp exterior.
It is served as a dessert, and in Turkey it may also be offered with tea or coffee when guests visit. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates: a 100 g portion contains 60 g. The syrup and frying make it filling, so a modest serving works well after a meal; unsweetened tea or coffee is a simple pairing that balances its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Jabak dessert?
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 Jabak dessert 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 Jabak dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Jabak dessert 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
Jabak dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.79g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 94.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (94.5:1).
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