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Nezine dessert Calories
Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Nezine dessert (90 g) has 329 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 13.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Nezine dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
329
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
13.6g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 6% · Fat 37%
Nezine dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 329 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.6 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.49 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
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 Nezine dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 164 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 511 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 657 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 657 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 270 g | 986 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nezine dessert
What is Nezine dessert?
Nezine dessert is a traditional Turkish baked sweet made with a tahini-and-walnut dough and finished with molasses syrup. It is cut into pieces after the syrup has soaked in, giving it a tender, rich texture.
Where does Nezine dessert come from?
Nezine dessert comes from Kayseri in central Turkey. Its use of tahini, walnuts, and grape molasses reflects ingredients common in the region, though home recipes can vary in their dough and syrup.
What does Nezine dessert taste like?
Nezine dessert tastes nutty and lightly toasted from the tahini and walnuts, with a deep sweetness from the molasses syrup. It is richer and less delicate than a plain sponge cake, so small pieces are often served.
How is Nezine dessert made?
Nezine dessert is made by mixing a tahini-based dough, often with chopped walnuts, baking it in a tray, and pouring molasses syrup over it afterward. Let it rest so the syrup can soak through before cutting and serving.
Does Nezine dessert contain tahini and molasses?
Yes, traditional Nezine dessert uses both tahini and molasses. Tahini is usually mixed into the dough, while molasses commonly flavors the syrup poured over the baked pastry; recipes may adjust the syrup with sugar and water.
Can you make Nezine dessert without walnuts?
Yes, you can leave walnuts out of Nezine dessert, although they provide its characteristic crunch and nutty flavor. The dough may feel slightly different, so spread it evenly in the pan and avoid overbaking it.
Why is my Nezine dessert dry or hard?
Nezine dessert can turn dry or hard if it is overbaked or does not absorb enough syrup. Pour the syrup evenly over the pastry after baking and give it time to soak in before serving.
How should you store Nezine dessert?
Store Nezine dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place so it does not dry out. Refrigeration can make the pastry firmer; if you chill it in warm weather, let it come closer to room temperature before serving.
Can you use honey instead of molasses in Nezine dessert?
You can use honey in place of molasses syrup, but the result will not have Nezine dessert’s characteristic dark color and deep, slightly earthy flavor. Use a pourable syrup and let the baked pastry absorb it before serving.
What is Nezine dessert served with?
Nezine dessert is commonly served with Turkish tea, whose clean, slightly tannic taste balances the sweet molasses and rich tahini. Serve the tea unsweetened if you want the dessert’s own flavors to stand out.
Nezine dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
73.8µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
149mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
79mg · 2% DV
Nezine dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nezine dessert
To burn the 329 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Nezine dessert?
Nezine dessert is a traditional sweet associated with Kayseri in central Turkey. Its dough is made with tahini and often walnuts, then baked and finished with a syrup commonly flavoured with grape molasses. Recipes vary from household to household, but the combination of nutty tahini and pekmez is characteristic.
The edges can be lightly crisp, while the syrup-soaked centre is tender and rich. In Turkey it is served in small pieces with tea, often for guests or on festive tables; it can also be made at home by Turkish communities abroad. It is an energy-dense pastry, with carbohydrates from the dough and syrup and fat from the tahini and nuts. A modest piece alongside unsweetened tea makes a balanced serving.
How Nutritious Is Nezine 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 Nezine 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 Nezine dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Nezine dessert Good For?
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
Nezine dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 54:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (54:1).
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