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Traditional Turkish dessert made during Ramadan, rose-flavored syrupy pastry
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ramadan rose (50 g) has 170 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
170
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% 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 72% · Protein 5% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.75 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Ramadan rose is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry associated with the fasting month. Its dough is shaped like a rose before it is cooked and sweetened with syrup; rose flavor may be added, depending on the recipe.
To make Ramadan rose, shape pastry dough into rose-like pieces, cook them, then add syrup. Recipes differ in their dough and flavoring, so follow one consistent recipe and allow the pastry time to absorb the syrup before serving.
It is called Ramadan rose because the pastry is shaped like a rose and is traditionally made during Ramadan. The name may also refer to rose flavoring in some recipes, but rosewater is not necessarily an ingredient in every version.
No, Ramadan rose is not the same as baklava. Ramadan rose is shaped into individual rose-like pastries and soaked in syrup, while baklava is typically made from layered thin pastry with a nut filling. Their textures and preparation differ.
Ramadan rose tastes sweet and syrupy, with a pastry texture and sometimes a light floral note. How pronounced the rose flavor is depends on the recipe; some versions rely mainly on the syrup and do not taste strongly of roses.
Yes, Ramadan rose can be made without rosewater. Its rose-like shape gives the dessert its name, and the pastry will still be sweet and syrupy; omitting rosewater simply removes the floral aroma from recipes that use it.
Serve Ramadan rose after it has absorbed its syrup, either at room temperature or slightly warm. A small piece goes well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances the dessert’s sweetness without adding another sweet component.
Ramadan rose keeps for a few days in a covered container in a cool, dry place. In hot weather, refrigerate it; bring it back to room temperature before serving because chilling can make the syrup and pastry feel firmer.
Yes, Ramadan rose can be frozen, though the pastry may soften and lose some of its shape when thawed. For a better texture, freeze the shaped pastry before adding syrup, then cook and syrup it after thawing.
People with diabetes should account for Ramadan rose as a syrup-sweetened pastry that can raise blood glucose. The appropriate portion depends on individual treatment and meal planning, so ask your clinician or dietitian if you need personal guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
B3
0.25mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Sodium
55mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Ramadan rose is a Turkish Ramadan sweet: a rose-shaped pastry soaked in syrup and scented with rose. Recipes vary, but the pastry is typically soft and syrupy, with the floral aroma lending it its name and character.
In Turkey it is commonly served after iftar, often with tea or coffee, and may also appear on festive dessert tables. It is rich in carbohydrates and energy, with relatively little protein or fibre; a 100 g portion provides 340 calories. Its sweetness makes a small piece a satisfying treat. For a lighter serving, pair it with unsweetened tea and fresh fruit rather than another rich dessert.
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Low
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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
— Not 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
SATURATED
1.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.