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Syrup-soaked, crisp traditional shredded phyllo roll dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Shredded phyllo roll dessert (45 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.6 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
185
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
25.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 554 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 615 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Shredded phyllo roll dessert is a syrup-soaked Turkish pastry made by rolling fine strands of kadayıf around a filling, often walnuts or pistachios. The rolls are baked or fried until crisp, then sweetened with syrup.
To make shredded phyllo roll dessert, loosen the kadayıf strands, coat them with melted butter, wrap them around a nut filling, and bake or fry until golden. Pour cooled syrup over the hot rolls and let them rest so the pastry absorbs it.
Shredded phyllo roll dessert is commonly filled with chopped walnuts or pistachios. The fine pastry strands are wrapped around the filling with butter, then finished with sugar syrup; some recipes add a little cinnamon to the nuts.
Shredded phyllo roll dessert uses strands of kadayıf wrapped around a filling, while baklava is built from layered sheets of phyllo. Both are often filled with nuts and soaked in syrup, but their textures and preparation are distinct.
Keep shredded phyllo roll dessert crisp by baking or frying it until deeply golden, adding syrup in moderation, and letting it cool uncovered. Store leftovers in a cool, dry place for short-term keeping; refrigeration tends to soften the pastry.
For shredded phyllo roll dessert, the usual approach is to pour cooled syrup over hot rolls straight from the oven. The temperature contrast helps the pastry absorb the syrup without becoming excessively soggy. Add the syrup gradually if you prefer a crisper result.
Yes, shredded phyllo roll dessert can be baked instead of fried. Brush or toss the strands with melted butter and bake the rolls until golden and crisp, then add cooled syrup. Baking gives a different finish from deep-frying but still works well.
Serve shredded phyllo roll dessert once it has absorbed the syrup and cooled to room temperature. Crushed pistachios make a traditional garnish, while a spoonful of clotted cream or a scoop of ice cream pairs well with the sweet, crisp rolls.
Yes, you can prepare and shape shredded phyllo roll dessert ahead, then bake or fry it closer to serving. For the best crisp texture, add the syrup after cooking and allow time for it to soak in before serving.
Yes, shredded phyllo roll dessert can be frozen, though the pastry may lose some crispness after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the shaped rolls before adding syrup, then cook and syrup them after thawing in the refrigerator.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
42.75µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.5mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.06µg · 6% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Shredded phyllo roll dessert is a Turkish sweet made by wrapping fine strands of kadayıf pastry around a filling, often walnuts or pistachios, then baking or frying the rolls and soaking them in syrup. Recipes vary between home kitchens and pastry shops, but the crisp pastry and sweet syrup are its defining features.
It is usually served in modest pieces after a meal, and pairs well with tea or coffee. The syrup and cooking fat make it energy-dense and rich in carbohydrates and fat, while protein and fibre are comparatively modest. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller piece and enjoy it alongside an unsweetened drink.
Low
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Low
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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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 72:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (72:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.