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A golden-brown flaky pastry with a visible layer of tiny black poppy seeds, presented as a compact rolled or folded piece with crisp, layered edges.

Poppyseed pastry Calories

Soft dough, poppyseed filling, traditional pastry

In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

340kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Poppyseed pastry (70 g) has 238 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Poppyseed pastry Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g

238

KCAL / 70G

Carbs

33.6g

· 12% DV

Protein

4.9g

· 10% DV

Fat

8.4g

· 11% DV

Fiber

2.4g

· 9% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 9% · Fat 32%

Poppyseed pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories238 kcal
Total fat8.4 g11%
Saturated fat2.24 g11%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium224 mg10%
Total carbohydrate33.6 g12%
Fiber2.4 g9%
Protein4.9 g10%

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 Poppyseed pastry?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)70 g238 kcal
1 slice (thin)35 g119 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g136 kcal
1 slice (thick)55 g187 kcal
100 g100 g340 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g340 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g408 kcal
2 piece (double)140 g476 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g510 kcal

Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Poppyseed pastry

What is a poppyseed pastry?

A poppyseed pastry is a baked dough filled or layered with poppy seeds, often mixed with oil or another binder. Turkish-style versions are commonly rolled or folded, giving them a soft centre and visible layers rather than a simple sprinkle of seeds.

Is poppyseed pastry the same as a poppy seed roll?

Not always. A poppy seed roll usually means a loaf-shaped pastry with a sweet poppy-seed filling, while poppyseed pastry can also refer to savory, folded or layered buns. The name covers different regional recipes and shapes.

Do you need to grind poppy seeds for poppyseed pastry?

Usually, yes: ground or crushed poppy seeds make a spreadable filling and release more of their flavour. Whole seeds can be used as a topping, but they do not create the dense, distinctive filling found in many poppyseed pastry recipes.

How do you stop the filling leaking out of poppyseed pastry?

Spread the poppy-seed filling in a thin, even layer and leave a clear border around the dough edges. Roll or fold the dough snugly, then place the seam underneath before baking so the filling is less likely to escape.

Why does poppyseed pastry crack while baking?

Poppyseed pastry can crack when its dough is too dry, rolled too tightly, or not given enough time to rise. Keep the dough pliable, avoid overfilling it, and leave room for expansion when shaping the pastry.

Can you make poppyseed pastry without yeast?

Yes, but the result will be denser and more biscuit-like than a traditional soft, yeasted poppyseed pastry. Use a baking-powder dough if you want a quicker version, and handle it gently so it does not become tough.

How do you reheat poppyseed pastry without drying it out?

Reheat poppyseed pastry briefly in a low oven, loosely covered if it seems dry. An oven restores the crisp edges better than a microwave; if using a microwave, warm it in short bursts so the dough does not turn chewy.

Can you freeze poppyseed pastry after baking?

Yes. Let poppyseed pastry cool completely, wrap individual pieces well, and freeze them in an airtight container. Thaw at room temperature, then warm briefly in the oven to refresh the flaky edges.

What can you serve with poppyseed pastry?

Serve poppyseed pastry with tea or coffee for a snack, or pair it with soup or a simple salad for a light meal. Its rich, earthy filling goes especially well with fresh, crisp sides rather than another heavy pastry.

How can you tell when poppyseed pastry is baked through?

Poppyseed pastry is ready when its surface is evenly golden and the dough feels set rather than soft and raw at the folds. If the outside browns before the centre cooks, lower the oven heat and allow it to bake through.

Poppyseed pastry Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

B3

1.05mg · 7% DV

B2

0.08mg · 6% DV

B5

0.28mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.35mg · 15% DV

Copper

0.09mg · 10% DV

Sodium

224mg · 10% DV

Selenium

4.9µg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

84mg · 2% DV

Poppyseed pastry Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

21.7
High

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

How to Burn Off Poppyseed pastry

To burn the 238 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):

🚶

59min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

24min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

32min

Cycling

🏊

28min

Swimming

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

What is Poppyseed pastry?

Poppyseed pastry is a Turkish baked bread pastry made by spreading ground poppyseed filling over soft dough, then rolling or folding it before baking. It is often made at home, with regional variations in shape and richness; the filling gives the layers their characteristic dark streaks and aromatic flavour.

The crust is lightly crisp while the inside stays tender, with a nutty, slightly earthy taste. In Turkey it is commonly served at breakfast or with tea as an afternoon snack; elsewhere, it works well as a bakery treat or alongside coffee. It is a filling, flour-based pastry, with 48 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Choose a smaller piece if you want a lighter snack, and pair it with unsweetened tea.

How Nutritious Is Poppyseed pastry?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 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

34/ 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 Poppyseed pastry 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 Poppyseed pastry Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Poppyseed pastry 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

Poppyseed pastry Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.24g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.87g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.