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Kalburabasti (without syrup) Calories
Without syrup, traditional Turkish dessert, made with flour, butter, and walnuts
In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Kalburabasti (without syrup) (40 g) has 170 calories. That works out to 425 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.6 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Kalburabasti (without syrup) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
170
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
19.6g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% 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 46% · Protein 6% · Fat 48%
Kalburabasti (without syrup) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.48 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 Kalburabasti (without syrup)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 35 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 425 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 425 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 425 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kalburabasti (without syrup)
What is kalburabasti without syrup?
Kalburabasti without syrup is a Turkish baked dessert served without the sugar syrup normally poured over kalburabasti. Its dough is commonly made with flour and butter and filled with walnuts, so the unsyruped version is less moist than the syrup-soaked one.
How is kalburabasti traditionally made?
Kalburabasti is made by wrapping walnut filling in dough, pressing or rolling the dough over a sieve-like surface to create its ridges, and baking it. The syrup is usually added after baking, but kalburabasti without syrup is served without that step.
Why is it called kalburabasti?
Kalburabasti means roughly “pressed on a sieve” in Turkish. The name refers to the traditional way of shaping the dough against a sieve or another textured surface, which leaves the dessert with its characteristic ridged pattern.
Can kalburabasti be made without syrup?
Yes, kalburabasti can be made and served without syrup. The baked pastry will be less moist and typically feel crisper than syrup-soaked kalburabasti, while keeping its familiar walnut filling and ridged shape.
What is the difference between kalburabasti and sekerpare?
Kalburabasti is typically ridged and filled with walnuts, while sekerpare is usually shaped into smooth, rounded pieces without a walnut center. Both are Turkish baked sweets commonly finished with syrup; kalburabasti without syrup skips that finishing step.
Where does kalburabasti come from?
Kalburabasti is a traditional Turkish dessert, rather than one with a single universally agreed regional origin. It is made in homes across Turkey, where family recipes vary in shaping, filling, and whether syrup is used.
What is inside kalburabasti?
Walnuts are the best-known filling for kalburabasti. They are enclosed in a rich dough made with flour and butter; recipes can vary, but the walnut center and patterned exterior are characteristic of the familiar version.
How do you serve kalburabasti without syrup?
Serve kalburabasti without syrup once it has cooled, as a standalone sweet or with tea or coffee. It does not need a syrup topping; serving it plain also helps preserve its firmer, less moist texture.
How should you store kalburabasti without syrup?
Once cool, keep kalburabasti without syrup in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can soften its baked texture, so avoid leaving the pieces uncovered or storing them while still warm.
Can you freeze kalburabasti without syrup?
Yes, kalburabasti without syrup can be frozen after it has cooled completely. Store the pieces in a sealed freezer-safe container with space between them; thaw before serving, and briefly warming them can help refresh the texture.
Kalburabasti (without syrup) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Sodium
64mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
Kalburabasti (without syrup) Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kalburabasti (without syrup)
To burn the 170 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Kalburabasti (without syrup)?
Kalburabasti (without syrup) is a Turkish baked pastry made with a flour-and-butter dough, traditionally shaped over a sieve or grater to leave a ridged pattern and filled with walnuts. Unlike the more familiar syrup-soaked version, this one is served without the sweet syrup.
It has a lightly crisp exterior, a tender, crumbly centre and a rich buttery flavour with the earthy bite of walnuts. In Turkey, it is served with tea or coffee, often as a homemade treat for guests or at festive gatherings. For English-speaking readers, it works well alongside unsweetened tea or black coffee. The pastry is energy-dense, with flour and butter providing much of its substance, so a small piece is a satisfying sweet bite.
How Nutritious Is Kalburabasti (without syrup)?
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 Kalburabasti (without syrup) 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 Kalburabasti (without syrup) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kalburabasti (without syrup) Good For?
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
Kalburabasti (without syrup) Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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