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Syrup-soaked shredded pastry dessert with peanuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Peanut bülbül nest pastry (55 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
256
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 7% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.61 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 256 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 14 g | 65 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 28 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 372 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 512 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 651 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
Peanut bülbül nest pastry is a Turkish syrup-soaked dessert made by shaping fine shredded pastry into small nests, baking them, and adding peanuts. The crisp, browned pastry contrasts with the sweet syrup and nutty center.
No. Peanut bülbül nest pastry is shaped from shredded pastry strands, while baklava is usually made with layers of thin pastry sheets and chopped nuts. Both are baked and sweetened with syrup, but their texture and construction differ.
To make Peanut bülbül nest pastry, coat shredded pastry with melted butter, shape it into individual nests, and bake until golden. Add peanuts, pour over prepared syrup, and let the pastries rest so the syrup can soak in.
Peanut bülbül nest pastry can turn soggy if it is oversoaked or the syrup is poured on before the pastry has browned properly. Bake the nests until golden and add syrup gradually, allowing it to absorb before adding more.
Yes, pistachios can replace the peanuts in Peanut bülbül nest pastry, though that makes a different variation of the dessert. Add the nuts to the center or use them as a topping after baking.
Peanut bülbül nest pastry is usually served at room temperature after the syrup has soaked in. It can be eaten slightly warm, but serving it straight from the oven may make the syrup taste uneven and the nests harder to handle.
Peanut bülbül nest pastry belongs to Turkish dessert-making traditions and is found in homes and pastry shops rather than being tied to one clearly established place of origin. Recipes vary in the type of nuts and the way the nests are shaped.
Keep Peanut bülbül nest pastry covered in a cool, dry place to protect its texture. Refrigeration can make the shredded pastry softer; if it has been chilled, let it return to room temperature before serving.
Yes, Peanut bülbül nest pastry can be prepared ahead and served after its syrup has soaked in. Store it covered and add any final nut garnish close to serving so the topping stays appealing.
Peanut bülbül nest pastry contains syrup, which can raise blood glucose, so it may need to be limited or fitted into an individual meal plan. Anyone managing diabetes should ask their clinician or dietitian how it fits their plan.
Vitamins
B3
1.32mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.16mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
30mg · 7% DV
Sodium
91mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Peanut bülbül nest pastry is a Turkish syrup-soaked dessert made by shaping fine strands of kadayıf into little nests and adding peanuts. Once baked, the strands have crisp edges and a tender, syrupy centre, while the peanuts bring a roasted, savoury contrast to the sweetness.
In Turkey, it is commonly served in small pieces after a meal or alongside tea, and may appear on holiday or guest tables. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat; a 55 g piece is a handy portion to keep in mind. Serve it with unsweetened tea, or share one piece when you want a smaller dessert.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these 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
5.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 159.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (159.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.