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Small Turkish syrup dessert, semolina and walnut filled
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (small) of Kalburabasti (small) (35 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.7 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Small kalburabasti is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry. A dough made with semolina is shaped over a sieve or textured surface, usually wrapped around a walnut filling, then baked and soaked in syrup. The small size makes it an easy-to-serve individual sweet.
Its outside is lightly crisp while the inside turns tender and syrupy, with walnuts adding a pleasantly earthy bite. In Turkey it is often offered with tea, especially at family gatherings and festive meals; elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert with coffee or tea. It is energy-dense, with 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, so a single piece can make a satisfying sweet alongside unsweetened tea.
Selected: 100 g
370
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
62g
· 23% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 5% · Fat 30%
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.7mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3µg · 5% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.3:1).
Small Kalburabasti is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, commonly made with semolina dough and a walnut filling. Its name refers to the ridged pattern traditionally pressed into the dough, and it is baked before syrup is added.
Small Kalburabasti is traditionally rolled over a sieve or another ridged surface after the walnut filling is enclosed in the dough. That leaves the characteristic grooves on the outside; a clean ridged surface can be used if you do not have a sieve.
Small Kalburabasti is commonly covered with cooled syrup while the pastries are still hot from the oven. The temperature contrast helps the baked dough take up the syrup; follow a recipe’s stated method if it specifies otherwise.
Small Kalburabasti may not absorb syrup well if the syrup is too thick, the pastry has cooled too much, or it was baked until very dry. Use the syrup consistency and temperature called for in your recipe, and give the pastries time to soak before serving.
No. Small Kalburabasti is typically made with semolina dough, a walnut filling, and a ridged exterior, while sekerpare is usually an unfilled syrup-soaked pastry topped with a nut. Both are Turkish desserts, but their texture and shape differ.
Yes. You can replace the walnut filling in small Kalburabasti with hazelnuts or leave the center unfilled. The classic version is commonly walnut-filled, so changing the filling alters its familiar flavor and texture.
Small Kalburabasti belongs to Turkish cuisine and is made in homes and bakeries rather than being tied to one universally agreed region. Recipes vary in their dough and filling, but the ridged shape and syrup-soaked finish are characteristic.
Store small Kalburabasti in a covered container in a cool, dry place once it has absorbed the syrup. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate it; let it come closer to room temperature before serving for a softer texture and fuller flavor.
Yes, small Kalburabasti can be frozen in a sealed container, with pieces separated so they do not stick together. Thaw it in the refrigerator and bring it to room temperature before serving; avoid freezing it again after thawing.
Small Kalburabasti is often served with Turkish tea or coffee. Its syrupy sweetness pairs well with an unsweetened drink, and the pastry is usually served on its own rather than alongside another rich dessert.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.