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Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert made with pumpkin and sugar, often garnished with walnuts and cinnamon.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert (80 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 256 µg of Vitamin A covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
128
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 3% · Fat 13%
Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| 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 1 Medium Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 240 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 256 kcal |
Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert
What is Pumpkin Böreği Dessert?
Pumpkin Böreği Dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made with pumpkin and sugar, often finished with walnuts and cinnamon. Recipes and presentation can vary by household or region.
How do you make Pumpkin Böreği Dessert?
Pumpkin Böreği Dessert is made by cooking pumpkin with sugar until the pumpkin softens and the mixture reaches the desired consistency. Top it with walnuts and cinnamon if you like, and watch the pan as the pumpkin releases moisture.
What ingredients go into Pumpkin Böreği Dessert?
Pumpkin and sugar are the defining ingredients in Pumpkin Böreği Dessert. Walnuts and cinnamon are common garnishes, though home recipes may vary. The name alone does not guarantee a single fixed recipe or preparation method.
Is Pumpkin Böreği Dessert the same as Turkish kabak tatlısı?
Not necessarily. Turkish kabak tatlısı usually refers to pumpkin cooked with sugar and served in pieces, while the name Pumpkin Böreği Dessert may describe a regional or household variation. Recipes and the way they are presented can differ.
How is Pumpkin Böreği Dessert served?
Pumpkin Böreği Dessert is commonly served in portions with walnuts and cinnamon on top. It works at room temperature or chilled, and plain Turkish tea or coffee makes a simple accompaniment.
Can you make Pumpkin Böreği Dessert without walnuts?
Yes, Pumpkin Böreği Dessert can be served without walnuts; they are a common topping, not the defining base of the sweet. Cinnamon can still be added, or you can leave off both toppings. Keep walnuts separate when serving someone with a tree-nut allergy.
How do you keep Pumpkin Böreği Dessert from turning watery?
To keep Pumpkin Böreği Dessert from turning watery, let excess moisture evaporate while the pumpkin cooks. Leave the pan uncovered and keep an eye on the texture; pumpkin pieces release different amounts of liquid.
How long does Pumpkin Böreği Dessert last in the fridge?
Store Pumpkin Böreği Dessert covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Add walnuts just before serving if you want them to stay crisp, since they soften when stored on the moist dessert.
Can Pumpkin Böreği Dessert be frozen?
Yes, Pumpkin Böreği Dessert can be frozen in airtight portions, though thawed pumpkin may be softer or more watery. Thaw it in the refrigerator and check the texture before serving; add fresh walnuts afterward.
Can people with diabetes eat Pumpkin Böreği Dessert?
People with diabetes can include Pumpkin Böreği Dessert only in a way that fits their carbohydrate plan, since the added sugar can affect blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can help tailor advice to their individual needs.
Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
256µg · 28% DV
Vitamin E
0.88mg · 6% DV
Vitamin C
4.8mg · 5% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
136mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert
To burn the 128 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 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 Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert?
Pumpkin Böreği Dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made with pumpkin and sugar. It may be finished with walnuts and cinnamon, though the exact preparation and presentation can vary from one household or region to another. Despite the name, it is served as a dessert rather than a savoury börek.
The pumpkin becomes soft and sweet, while walnuts add crunch and cinnamon brings a warm aroma. In Turkey, it is commonly offered after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it makes an easy-to-share dessert for a table of sweets. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat and provides 160 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter serving, keep the portion modest and use the walnut garnish sparingly.
How Nutritious Is Pumpkin Böğreği 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
Medium
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 Pumpkin Böğreği 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 Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert 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
Pumpkin Böğreği Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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