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Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert Calories

Sweet dessert coated with poppy seeds

CALORIES · 100 G

405kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

142mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert (35 g) has 142 calories. That works out to 405 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.5 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

142

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

20.5g

· 7% DV

Protein

2.4g

· 5% DV

Fat

5.9g

· 8% DV

Fiber

1.1g

· 4% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 7% · Fat 36%

Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories142 kcal
Total fat5.9 g8%
Saturated fat1.89 g9%
Trans fat0.03 g
Sodium65 mg3%
Total carbohydrate20.5 g7%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Protein2.4 g5%

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 Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g142 kcal
1 piece (mini)20 g81 kcal
1 piece (small)28 g113 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g203 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)70 g284 kcal
2 piece (double)70 g284 kcal
100 g100 g405 kcal
3 piece (triple)105 g425 kcal
1 serving (large)105 g425 kcal

Calculated from 405 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert

What is a poppy seed-coated dessert made of?

A poppy seed-coated dessert is a sweet with poppy seeds on its outer surface, not one fixed recipe. Its base may be cake, pastry, or another sweet, so ingredients and texture vary by recipe.

How do you make a poppy seed-coated dessert?

Make the chosen dessert base first, then add the poppy seed coating at the stage specified by the recipe. Seeds cling best when the surface is slightly tacky; the exact method depends on whether the base is baked or assembled afterward.

How do you keep the poppy seeds from falling off a poppy seed-coated dessert?

Apply the seeds while the surface of the poppy seed-coated dessert is still slightly sticky, and gently press them into place. A dry surface will not hold the coating well, so follow the recipe’s timing for glazing or coating.

Should a poppy seed-coated dessert use whole or ground poppy seeds?

Whole poppy seeds are usually used to coat a poppy seed-coated dessert because they create a distinct outer texture. Ground seeds work better in a filling or batter and will not give the same visible coating.

Does a poppy seed-coated dessert have to be soaked in syrup?

No, a poppy seed-coated dessert does not have to contain syrup; the name describes its seed coating, not a particular base or soaking method. If your recipe does use syrup, add it as directed so the dessert does not become soggy.

Should you toast the poppy seeds for a poppy seed-coated dessert?

Toasting is optional for a poppy seed-coated dessert; it can deepen the seeds’ nutty aroma. Toast them briefly over low heat and keep stirring, since burned poppy seeds can taste bitter and overpower the dessert.

What goes well with a poppy seed-coated dessert?

Tea or unsweetened coffee pairs well with a poppy seed-coated dessert, especially if the dessert is very sweet. A plain drink lets the poppy seed flavor come through without adding more sweetness.

How should you store a poppy seed-coated dessert?

Store a poppy seed-coated dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place to protect its surface from drying out or absorbing odors. If it has a cream or dairy filling, refrigerate it rather than leaving it at room temperature.

Can you freeze a poppy seed-coated dessert?

You can freeze a poppy seed-coated dessert if its base is sturdy and it has no delicate cream filling, but the coating may soften after thawing. Wrap it airtight and thaw it in the refrigerator for a more even texture.

Can a poppy seed-coated dessert make you feel high?

No, an ordinary serving of a poppy seed-coated dessert is not intoxicating. Culinary poppy seeds can carry variable trace opiate residues, however, and consuming a large amount may affect some drug-test results.

Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.06mg · 5% DV

Vitamin E

0.49mg · 3% DV

B2

0.04mg · 3% DV

B3

0.49mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.25mg · 11% DV

Copper

0.1mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

58mg · 8% DV

Selenium

4.38µg · 8% DV

Sodium

65mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

50mg · 1% DV

Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

13.3
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert

To burn the 142 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

17min

Swimming

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

What is Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert?

Poppy seed-coated dessert is a broad name for a sweet with poppy seeds on the outside; the filling or base can vary from recipe to recipe. Rather than pointing to one fixed formula, the name describes its seed-coated finish, which adds a gently crunchy texture and a distinctive, nutty note.

In Turkey, sweets of this kind may be served with tea, offered to guests, or enjoyed after a meal. It is an energy-dense treat, with carbohydrates as its main nutritional feature and some protein and fibre as well. A modest piece alongside unsweetened tea makes a simple serving when you want to keep the sweetness in balance.

How Nutritious Is Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 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

26/ 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 Poppy Seed-Coated 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 Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert 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 Poppy Seed-Coated 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

Poppy Seed-Coated Dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.89g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.96g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.85g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 59.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (59.3:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.