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Small, golden-brown, rounded pastries with a slightly uneven surface sit together on a serving plate, lightly coated in syrup and sprinkled with fine white coconut.

Lor dessert Calories

Traditional Turkish dessert made with lor cheese

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES

230kcal

GI

60medium

POTASSIUM

70mg

FIBER

0.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Lor dessert (60 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

What is Lor dessert?

Lor dessert is a Turkish sweet made with lor, a fresh, mild curd cheese. Recipes vary, but it may be shaped into small, rounded pieces, cooked until golden, then coated with syrup and finished with a dusting of coconut. The cheese gives the mixture a soft, slightly grainy texture beneath its sweet exterior.

In Turkey, it is served as a treat with tea or coffee, often for guests or at festive gatherings. Its syrup makes it a carbohydrate-forward dessert, while the lor contributes some protein; a 100 g portion contains 7.5 g of protein. For a lighter serving, have one piece with unsweetened tea, or offer it alongside fresh fruit rather than another rich sweet.

Lor dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

230

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

32g

· 12% DV

Protein

7.5g

· 15% DV

Fat

7.5g

· 10% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 13% · Fat 30%

Lor dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.5µg · 21% DV

B2

0.18mg · 14% DV

Vitamin A

70µg · 8% DV

Biotin

2µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Calcium

140mg · 14% DV

Phosphorus

90mg · 13% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Sodium

120mg · 5% DV

How Nutritious Is Lor dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 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

29/ 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.

Lor dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

60
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

18
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Lor dessert

To burn the 230 calories in 100 g:

🚶

57min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

23min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

31min

Cycling

🏊

27min

Swimming

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

Is Lor dessert 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 Lor dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Lor dessert 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

Lor dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.3g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lor dessert

What is Lor dessert made of?

Lor dessert is made with lor, a Turkish whey cheese, commonly mixed into a dough with eggs and flour, then cooked and served with syrup. Recipes vary, and some versions are finished with coconut.

What does Lor dessert taste like?

Lor dessert tastes mildly milky and slightly tangy beneath its sweet syrup. The lor gives the pastry a softer, more delicate flavor than a dessert made only from flour, while the browned outside adds a toasty note.

Can you use ricotta instead of lor in Lor dessert?

You can use ricotta in Lor dessert if lor is unavailable, but the result will not be identical. Lor is a Turkish whey cheese and ricotta can be wetter and creamier, so drain it well to keep the dough from becoming loose.

Is Lor dessert fried or baked?

Lor dessert can be either fried or baked; there is no single method used in every recipe. Fried pieces develop a crisp, golden exterior, while baking avoids deep-frying and gives a softer finish.

How do you keep Lor dessert from falling apart?

To keep Lor dessert from falling apart, drain the lor well and add flour gradually until the dough holds its shape. Fry or bake a test piece first; if it breaks, the mixture may need a little more flour.

Why is my Lor dessert soggy after adding syrup?

Lor dessert can turn soggy if both the pastry and syrup are hot, or if the syrup is very thin. Use one hot and one cooled component, and let excess syrup drain before serving.

Can Lor dessert be made ahead?

Yes, Lor dessert can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. For a fresher texture, store the cooked pastries separately from the syrup and combine them closer to serving time.

How should you serve Lor dessert?

Serve Lor dessert at room temperature or slightly chilled, with the syrup coating the pastries rather than pooling heavily on the plate. A little coconut is a common finishing touch, and unsweetened tea or coffee balances the sweetness.

Can you freeze Lor dessert?

Yes, Lor dessert can be frozen, although thawing may soften its texture. Freeze the cooked pastries without syrup when possible, thaw them in the refrigerator, then add syrup before serving.

Can you make Lor dessert with less syrup?

Yes, you can serve Lor dessert with less syrup by briefly coating the pastries instead of soaking them. This keeps the lor flavor more noticeable and makes the finished dessert less sticky.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.