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Large, plump ridged cylinders of deep golden-brown pastry, glossy with clear syrup and arranged closely together on a serving plate.

Large Tulumba Calories

Fried syrup-soaked dough dessert, high in sugar and fat

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

55mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (large) of Large Tulumba (60 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.8 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Large Tulumba Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (large) · 60 g

222

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

34.8g

· 13% DV

Protein

2.1g

· 4% DV

Fat

8.4g

· 11% DV

Fiber

0.7g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 4% · Fat 34%

Large Tulumba nutrition facts table · 1 piece (large) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories222 kcal
Total fat8.4 g11%
Saturated fat1.74 g9%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium72 mg3%
Total carbohydrate34.8 g13%
Fiber0.7 g3%
Protein2.1 g4%

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 Large Tulumba?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (large)60 g222 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g74 kcal
1 piece (medium)35 g130 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g370 kcal
2 piece (large)120 g444 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g555 kcal
3 piece (large)180 g666 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Large Tulumba

What is Large Tulumba made of?

Large Tulumba is a ridged dough pastry that is deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. Its dough commonly includes flour, eggs, water, and fat, though recipes vary; the finished dessert is crisp at first and syrupy inside.

What does Large Tulumba taste like?

Large Tulumba tastes sweet and syrup-soaked, with a fried, lightly crisp exterior and a tender interior. Its ridges hold the syrup, so it is usually richer and stickier than an unsyruped fried pastry.

How is Large Tulumba different from churros?

Large Tulumba is soaked in sugar syrup after frying, while churros are commonly served without soaking and may be dusted with sugar or dipped in chocolate. Tulumba also tends to have a more saturated, syrupy texture.

Where did Large Tulumba originate?

Large Tulumba is associated with Ottoman culinary traditions and is popular in Turkey and across parts of the Balkans. Similar pastries appear in the region, so its history is shared across several food cultures rather than tied to one modern country.

How is Large Tulumba traditionally made?

Large Tulumba is made by piping ridged dough into oil, frying it until golden, then soaking it in syrup. Starting the dough in cool oil and heating it gradually is a common technique for helping the pieces cook evenly.

Should Large Tulumba go into hot or cold syrup?

Large Tulumba is commonly dipped into cold syrup after frying. The contrast lets the pastry absorb sweetness while helping it retain some texture; the exact temperature method can vary between recipes.

How is Large Tulumba usually served?

Large Tulumba is usually served at room temperature after the syrup has soaked in. It is often offered as a dessert with Turkish coffee or tea, especially at gatherings and celebrations.

How should you store Large Tulumba?

Store Large Tulumba in a covered container in a cool place if you will eat it soon; refrigerate it for longer storage. Chilling can make the dough firmer, and the pastry is at its best soon after preparation.

Can you freeze Large Tulumba?

You can freeze Large Tulumba, but its texture may suffer as the syrup and fried dough thaw. Freeze it in a sealed container, then thaw it in the refrigerator; reheating may warm it but will not fully restore its original crispness.

Can you make Large Tulumba less sweet at home?

Yes, you can make Large Tulumba less sweet by soaking it for less time or using less syrup in a homemade batch. It will still be a fried dessert, but reducing the syrup can make each piece less saturated.

Large Tulumba Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

0.72µg · 2% DV

Vitamin E

0.36mg · 2% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

23mg · 3% DV

Sodium

72mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.42mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

33mg · 1% DV

Large Tulumba Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

26.4
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Large Tulumba

To burn the 222 calories in 1 piece (large) (60 g):

🚶

55min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

23min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

30min

Cycling

🏊

26min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Large Tulumba?

Large tulumba is a Turkish syrup dessert made by piping ridged dough into hot oil, frying it until golden, then soaking it in syrup. Similar tulumba sweets are also enjoyed across parts of the Balkans and the Middle East.

Its shell is lightly crisp, while the inside turns tender and syrupy. In Turkey it is commonly served at room temperature or chilled, as a sweet bite after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it also appears in pastry shops and at celebrations. It is rich in sugar and fat, with little protein or fibre, so a small piece can be satisfying. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Large Tulumba?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

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

14/ 100

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 Large Tulumba Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Large Tulumba Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Large Tulumba 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

Large Tulumba Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.74g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.26g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.92g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 132:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (132:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.