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Plain walnut Turkish delight Calories
Traditional sugar confection with walnut pieces
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Plain walnut Turkish delight (40 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.8 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Plain walnut Turkish delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 40 g
153
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
32.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 3% · Fat 11%
Plain walnut Turkish delight nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 2 Pieces of Plain walnut Turkish delight?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 191 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 229 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 80 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 382 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plain walnut Turkish delight
What is plain walnut Turkish delight made of?
Plain walnut Turkish delight is a traditional chewy confection made by cooking sugar with starch and folding in walnut pieces. It is often lightly coated with starch or powdered sugar to keep the pieces from sticking together.
How is plain walnut Turkish delight different from pistachio Turkish delight?
Plain walnut Turkish delight contains walnut pieces, while pistachio Turkish delight uses pistachios instead. The nuts give each version a different flavor and texture; the word “plain” distinguishes this variety from lokum with added flavors or fillings.
How do you serve plain walnut Turkish delight?
Serve plain walnut Turkish delight in small pieces, often alongside Turkish coffee or tea. Its sweetness pairs well with unsweetened drinks, and arranging the pieces in a single layer helps prevent them from sticking together.
How should you store plain walnut Turkish delight?
Keep plain walnut Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Moisture can make it sticky, while refrigeration may firm up its texture and dull the walnuts’ aroma.
Can you make plain walnut Turkish delight at home?
Yes, plain walnut Turkish delight can be made at home by cooking a sugar-and-starch mixture until thick, then mixing in walnuts and letting it set before cutting. The mixture needs steady stirring to develop an even texture.
Why is plain walnut Turkish delight dusted with white powder?
The white coating on plain walnut Turkish delight is usually starch, sometimes combined with powdered sugar. It helps keep the pieces from sticking to one another and is a normal part of how the confection is finished.
Does plain walnut Turkish delight contain gelatin?
Traditional plain walnut Turkish delight is thickened with starch rather than gelatin. Recipes and commercial products can vary, so gelatin may appear in some versions; check the ingredient list if you specifically need to avoid it.
Why is plain walnut Turkish delight chewy?
Plain walnut Turkish delight gets its chewy texture from the cooked sugar-and-starch mixture as it cools and sets. The walnuts add a contrasting crunch, so the finished sweet is both soft and slightly crisp.
Can people with diabetes eat plain walnut Turkish delight?
People with diabetes should account for plain walnut Turkish delight in their carbohydrate plan because its traditional recipe contains sugar. Its sweetness can affect blood glucose, so portion size and individual meal guidance matter.
How can you tell if plain walnut Turkish delight has gone bad?
Discard plain walnut Turkish delight if you see mold, notice an unusual smell, or find a marked change in color. Walnuts can also turn rancid over time, so a distinctly bitter or stale odor is a reason not to eat it.
Plain walnut Turkish delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Plain walnut Turkish delight Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Plain walnut Turkish delight
To burn the 153 calories in 2 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Plain walnut Turkish delight?
Plain walnut Turkish delight is a soft Turkish confection made by cooking sugar and starch into a springy gel, then adding pieces of walnut. It belongs to the lokum tradition associated with Turkey and is sold by confectioners as well as made at home for sharing and gifting.
Its delicate chew and pronounced sweetness are offset by the walnuts’ crunch. In Turkey it is commonly offered with Turkish coffee or tea, especially when welcoming guests or during celebrations; elsewhere, it works well as a small after-dinner sweet or alongside unsweetened tea. It is mostly carbohydrate and sugar, with 82.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. A modest piece is a good way to enjoy it without making an already sweet drink sweeter.
How Nutritious Is Plain walnut Turkish delight?
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 Plain walnut Turkish delight 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 Plain walnut Turkish delight Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Plain walnut Turkish delight Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Plain walnut Turkish delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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