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Muska Dessert Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert: phyllo pastry triangles filled with walnuts, sweetened with syrup.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Muska Dessert (45 g) has 167 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 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.
Muska Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
167
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 6% · Fat 34%
Muska Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.17 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.3 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 Muska Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 241 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Muska Dessert
What is Muska dessert made of?
Muska dessert is a Turkish sweet made from thin phyllo pastry folded into triangular parcels around a walnut filling, then sweetened with syrup. Depending on the recipe, the parcels are baked or fried before the syrup is added.
How do you fold Muska dessert?
Cut thin phyllo into long strips, place a little walnut filling near one end, and fold the strip back and forth into a triangle. Keep folding along the strip, then tuck or seal the final edge so the filling stays inside.
Is Muska dessert the same as baklava?
No. Both may use phyllo, walnuts, and syrup, but Muska dessert is folded into individual triangular parcels. Baklava is more often layered in a pan, baked as a tray, and cut into pieces.
Where does Muska dessert come from?
Muska dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup pastry, but it is not generally tied to one specific region. Its name describes its triangular, amulet-like shape, and household recipes vary in their filling and cooking method.
Does Muska dessert have to be fried?
No. Muska dessert can be fried or baked, depending on the recipe. Frying gives the pastry a crisp, richer finish, while baking avoids deep-frying; either way, the folded parcels are usually sweetened with syrup.
What does Muska dessert taste like?
Muska dessert tastes crisp and buttery or lightly fried on the outside, with a fragrant walnut center and pronounced syrup sweetness. Its texture is closer to a small filled phyllo pastry than to a soft cake.
What is usually served with Muska dessert?
Muska dessert is commonly served on its own with Turkish tea or coffee. Because it is syrupy and rich, small pieces work well after a meal or on a dessert platter with other sweets.
Can Muska dessert be made with a filling other than walnuts?
Yes. Some home cooks replace the walnut filling with another finely chopped nut, such as pistachios or hazelnuts. The filling should be dry and finely chopped so it stays inside the phyllo while the parcels cook.
How should you store leftover Muska dessert?
Keep leftover Muska dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration can make the phyllo lose its crispness, so store it away from moisture and enjoy it soon after making it.
Can you make Muska dessert ahead of time?
Yes. You can fold the unbaked Muska dessert parcels ahead and freeze them, then cook them from frozen and add syrup afterward. This helps the pastry retain a crisper texture than freezing fully syrup-soaked pieces.
Muska Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.95µg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
25mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.54mg · 3% DV
Sodium
50mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Muska Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Muska Dessert
To burn the 167 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Muska Dessert?
Muska Dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made by folding thin phyllo pastry around a walnut filling into small triangles, then sweetening the baked parcels with syrup. The folded shape resembles a little pouch, and home recipes vary in how finely the pastry is layered and how generously the syrup is used.
The outside is crisp while the walnut centre is rich and tender, with the syrup adding a pronounced sweetness. In Turkey it is often served with tea or coffee and brought out for guests or festive gatherings; elsewhere, it makes a fitting accompaniment to an after-dinner coffee. It is an energy-dense treat, with carbohydrates and fat predominating. Serve a modest piece with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Muska Dessert?
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 Muska 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 Muska Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Muska 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
Muska Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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