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Traditional Turkish sweet made with roasted chickpea powder, sugary and energy-dense.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Leblebi powder lokma (25 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.8 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
103
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
18.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 10% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.18 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.75 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 10 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 150 g | 615 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Leblebi powder lokma is a Turkish sweet made primarily from roasted chickpea powder, combined with sugar and shaped into bite-sized portions. Recipes vary, and some include additional ingredients to help the mixture hold its shape.
Leblebi powder lokma tastes sweet, with a toasted, nutty flavor from the roasted chickpeas. Its texture can range from soft and compact to somewhat crumbly, depending on the recipe and how finely the chickpeas are ground.
No. Leblebi powder lokma is based on roasted chickpea powder, while the better-known Turkish lokma is made from fried dough and usually coated in syrup. The shared word refers to a bite-sized sweet, not the same preparation.
Roasted chickpea powder and sugar are the defining ingredients in leblebi powder lokma. Recipes may add other ingredients to bind the mixture or change its texture, so the exact ingredient list varies between homemade versions.
To make leblebi powder lokma, combine roasted chickpea powder with sugar, then shape the mixture into small portions. Recipes differ in their additional ingredients, so follow one tested recipe for the right texture and proportions.
Usually, no. Leblebi powder lokma is made by shaping a chickpea-powder mixture, unlike classic Turkish lokma, which is fried dough. Check the particular recipe, since the name can be used for different local preparations.
Leblebi powder lokma is a Turkish sweet associated with the country’s roasted-chickpea tradition. It is particularly linked with Çorum, a city well known for leblebi, though household recipes and local versions can differ.
Leblebi powder lokma is served as a small sweet bite, often alongside tea. Since it is already sugary and has a pronounced roasted flavor, it can be enjoyed without syrup or an elaborate topping.
Keep leblebi powder lokma in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to protect it from moisture. Homemade versions with additional ingredients may need different storage, so follow the recipe’s instructions for those.
People with diabetes should account for the sugar and carbohydrates in leblebi powder lokma, which can raise blood glucose. Whether it fits an individual meal plan depends on their needs; a healthcare professional can offer personal guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.63µg · 2% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.23mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.53mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
65mg · 2% DV
Sodium
3.75mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Leblebi powder lokma is a traditional Turkish sweet made by combining sugar with leblebi powder, finely ground roasted chickpeas, and shaping the mixture into small bites. Unlike the familiar fried dough lokma, it has the toasted, nutty flavour of chickpeas. Depending on how it is made, the texture can be crumbly or more compact.
In Turkey, it is enjoyed as a small sweet with tea or offered to guests at home. It is sugary and energy-dense, though the chickpea powder also contributes some protein and fibre. Serve a modest piece with unsweetened tea for a simple, less sweet-feeling treat.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
No known major 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
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.