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Traditional Turkish syrup dessert topped with tahini and hazelnut
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kemalpaşa dessert with tahini and hazelnut (85 g) has 296 calories. That works out to 348 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.3 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
296
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
42.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 8% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 296 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.21 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
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) | 85 g | 296 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 42.5 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 191 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 522 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 592 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 766 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 255 g | 887 kcal |
Calculated from 348 calories per 100 g.
Kemalpaşa dessert with tahini and hazelnut is a Turkish syrup-soaked sweet made from small cheese-based pastries, finished with tahini and chopped hazelnuts. The tahini and hazelnut are toppings; the syrup-softened pastries are the base of the dessert.
The small pastries are baked from a dough traditionally made with cheese, then cooked or soaked in sugar syrup until soft. Tahini is drizzled over the portions and hazelnuts are added at serving, rather than mixed into the syrup.
Kemalpaşa dessert is associated with the Mustafakemalpaşa district of Bursa, Turkey. Tahini and hazelnut are a topping variation on the regional syrup dessert, whose defining base is made with cheese pastry.
Yes, traditional Kemalpaşa pastries are made with cheese in the dough. Tahini and hazelnut are added on top, so they do not replace the cheese-based pastry. Recipes and packaged versions can differ, so ingredients vary by product.
Yes. Ready-made Kemalpaşa pastries are a convenient base: cook them in syrup according to the package directions, let excess syrup drain, then add tahini and hazelnuts just before serving.
Tahini adds a nutty, slightly savory note that contrasts with the sweet syrup and complements the hazelnuts. Drizzling it over the finished dessert also keeps its sesame flavor distinct instead of blending it into the syrup.
Crushed pistachios or walnuts can replace the hazelnuts while still providing a crunchy topping. The dessert will have a different flavor, and these alternatives are also tree nuts, so they are not suitable for people avoiding nuts.
Avoid boiling the pastries longer than needed in the syrup, and handle them gently as they soften. For packaged pastries, follow the cooking time on the instructions; add the tahini and hazelnuts only after cooking.
Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator. For the best texture, store the syrup-softened pastries separately from the tahini and hazelnuts, then top each portion when serving so the nuts do not become soft.
Serve it with unsweetened Turkish tea or plain coffee. The warm drink balances the dessert’s rich syrup and toppings, and a small portion of fresh fruit can add a lighter contrast without competing with its flavors.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.79mg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.55µg · 9% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
1.19mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
121mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
46mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
158mg · 5% DV
Sodium
82mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Kemalpaşa dessert with tahini and hazelnut comes from Mustafakemalpaşa in northwestern Turkey. The base is made from small pieces of cheese dough, baked and then soaked in syrup; tahini and hazelnuts add a rich finish to the traditional sweet.
The syrup makes the pieces tender, while the tahini brings a creamy, slightly nutty taste and the hazelnuts add crunch. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal, often with tea; it also works as a shareable dessert for guests. Syrup and the topping make it energy-dense, at 348 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, offer one small piece with unsweetened tea.
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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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.21g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 110.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (110.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.