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A quarter-ring-shaped dessert with a curved outer edge, a smaller curved inner edge and two straight cut ends, served on a plate.

Quarter ring dessert Calories

Syrup-soaked dessert, flour-based, fried dough

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

412kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

88mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Quarter ring dessert (90 g) has 371 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 57.4 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Quarter ring dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

371

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

57.4g

· 21% DV

Protein

4.6g

· 9% DV

Fat

14g

· 18% 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 61% · Protein 5% · Fat 34%

Quarter ring dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories371 kcal
Total fat14 g18%
Saturated fat3.69 g18%
Trans fat0.07 g
Sodium149 mg6%
Total carbohydrate57.4 g21%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Protein4.6 g9%

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 Quarter ring dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g371 kcal
1 piece (mini)30 g124 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g185 kcal
1 serving (medium)90 g371 kcal
100 g100 g412 kcal
1 piece (large)135 g556 kcal
2 piece (double)180 g742 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)180 g742 kcal

Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Quarter ring dessert

What is a quarter ring dessert?

A quarter ring dessert is a Turkish-style sweet made from shaped dough that is fried and soaked in sugar syrup. It is related to halka tatlı, a ring-shaped syrup dessert; the name refers to its smaller or partial-ring shape.

How is a quarter ring dessert made?

A quarter ring dessert is made by piping dough into partial-ring shapes, frying them until golden, and dipping them in sugar syrup. Recipes vary, but the contrast between crisp fried dough and syrup is central to the dessert.

What does a quarter ring dessert taste like?

A quarter ring dessert tastes sweet and syrupy, with a fried-dough flavor and a crisp-to-soft texture when freshly made. How crisp it stays depends on how long it sits in syrup and how soon it is served.

Is a quarter ring dessert the same as halka tatlı?

A quarter ring dessert is closely related to halka tatlı: both are fried dough soaked in syrup. The quarter-ring name generally describes a smaller or partial-ring form, though shops may use the names differently for their shapes.

Why does a quarter ring dessert turn soggy?

A quarter ring dessert can turn soggy if it stays in syrup too long, if the syrup is warm, or if the fried dough was not crisp to begin with. Drain the fried pieces and dip them briefly for a firmer texture.

Can you make a quarter ring dessert at home?

Yes, you can make a quarter ring dessert at home by piping dough into hot oil, frying it, and soaking it in cooled syrup. Use a piping bag or a sturdy food-safe bag with a corner cut off to shape the dough.

How long does a quarter ring dessert keep?

A quarter ring dessert is best eaten fresh, when its fried exterior is at its crispest. Store leftovers covered in a cool, dry place rather than the refrigerator; moisture and time soften the syrup-soaked dough.

Can you freeze a quarter ring dessert?

Freezing a quarter ring dessert is not ideal because thawing softens the fried dough and changes its syrupy texture. If you want to prepare ahead, freeze the shaped dough before frying, then fry and syrup it closer to serving.

Should a quarter ring dessert be served hot or cold?

A quarter ring dessert is usually served after the freshly fried dough has absorbed syrup and cooled. It does not need to be piping hot; letting it rest helps the syrup settle and makes it easier to serve.

Can people with diabetes eat a quarter ring dessert?

A quarter ring dessert is soaked in sugary syrup, so it can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should consider their portion and individual glucose targets; ask your diabetes care team or dietitian how it fits your plan.

Quarter ring dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

Vitamin E

0.99mg · 7% DV

Biotin

1.8µg · 6% DV

Vitamin K

6.3µg · 5% DV

Minerals

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Manganese

0.19mg · 8% DV

Copper

0.07mg · 8% DV

Iron

1.26mg · 7% DV

Sodium

149mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

79mg · 2% DV

Quarter ring dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

41.4
High

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

How to Burn Off Quarter ring dessert

To burn the 371 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

92min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

38min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

50min

Cycling

🏊

43min

Swimming

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

What is Quarter ring dessert?

Quarter ring dessert is a quarter-sized serving of halka tatlı, a Turkish street-side sweet made by shaping flour-based dough into rings, frying it, then soaking it in syrup. The outside is lightly crisp while the centre softens as it absorbs the syrup, giving it a glossy finish and pronounced sweetness.

In Turkey, it is commonly bought from dessert shops and enjoyed after a meal or alongside tea, sometimes shared as a small treat. Its flour-and-syrup base and frying make it energy-dense, with little fibre; it provides 412 kcal per 100 g. For a less heavy serving, share a piece and pair it with unsweetened tea.

How Nutritious Is Quarter ring dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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

14/ 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 Quarter ring 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 Quarter ring 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 Quarter ring 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

Quarter ring dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.69g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.58g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.33g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 102:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (102:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.