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Small golden-amber rings of ridged dough, glossy with syrup, are arranged on a plate.

Ring dessert (one bite) Calories

Fried ring-shaped dessert, syrup-soaked, high in sugar and fat

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

45mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (small) of Ring dessert (one bite) (18 g) has 67 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.2 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Ring dessert (one bite) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (small) · 18 g

67

KCAL / 18G

Carbs

11.2g

· 4% DV

Protein

0.6g

· 1% DV

Fat

2.2g

· 3% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 4% · Fat 29%

Ring dessert (one bite) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (18 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories67 kcal
Total fat2.2 g3%
Saturated fat0.45 g2%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium25 mg1%
Total carbohydrate11.2 g4%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.6 g1%

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 Small Ring dessert (one bite)?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (small)18 g67 kcal
2 piece (medium)36 g133 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g185 kcal
3 piece (large)54 g200 kcal
5 piece (jumbo)90 g333 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g370 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)180 g666 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ring dessert (one bite)

What is ring dessert made of?

Ring dessert is made from piped dough, commonly containing flour, water, eggs and semolina, then deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. Recipes vary, but its crisp ridged shape and syrup coating are characteristic.

How is ring dessert made?

Ring dessert is piped into hot oil in a ring shape, fried until golden, then dipped in syrup. At home, use a piping bag with a star-shaped nozzle to form the ridges and help the dough hold its shape.

How is Turkish ring dessert different from churros?

Turkish ring dessert is shaped into rings and traditionally soaked in sugar syrup, while churros are usually straight or curved sticks served with a dip or sugar. Their doughs and serving styles can also differ.

Why does ring dessert go soggy?

Ring dessert softens when it sits in syrup for too long or absorbs moisture after frying. For a crisper result, dip the hot rings briefly in cooled syrup and serve them soon rather than stacking them in a closed container.

Should the syrup for ring dessert be hot or cold?

Use cooled syrup for freshly fried ring dessert. The contrast helps the syrup coat the rings without making their crisp exterior turn soft as quickly as it can when both the syrup and pastry are hot.

How do you keep ring dessert crispy after making it?

Ring dessert is crispiest soon after it is made, so serve it promptly and keep leftover pieces in a covered container at room temperature. Refrigeration can make the syrup-soaked dough firmer and less pleasant to bite.

Can you freeze ring dessert?

Freezing syrup-soaked ring dessert is not ideal because thawing can leave the fried dough soft and wet. Make only what you plan to serve, or freeze the un-fried shaped dough separately if your recipe is suitable for it.

Can you reheat ring dessert?

Yes, you can warm ring dessert briefly in a low oven to restore some crispness. Avoid the microwave, which tends to soften the syrup-soaked pastry, and check it often so the sugary coating does not burn.

Is ring dessert unhealthy?

Ring dessert is a rich sweet because it is deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. Having it occasionally as a treat is different from making it a regular snack, especially for someone managing blood sugar.

Where did ring dessert originate?

Ring dessert is associated with Turkish syrup-pastry traditions and is widely sold as a street sweet in Turkey. Its exact origin is unclear; similar fried, syrup-soaked pastries appear across several regional cuisines.

Ring dessert (one bite) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.18µg · 1% DV

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B5

0.03mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Sodium

25mg · 1% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Phosphorus

5.4mg · 1% DV

Selenium

0.36µg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

8.1mg · 0% DV

Ring dessert (one bite) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.5
Low

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

How to Burn Off Ring dessert (one bite)

To burn the 67 calories in 1 piece (small) (18 g):

🚶

17min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

8min

Swimming

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

What is Ring dessert (one bite)?

Ring dessert is a Turkish fried pastry made by piping dough into a ring, frying it and soaking it in syrup. It has a crisp, browned exterior and a soft centre, with a pronounced sweetness. In Turkey, it is commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries, and enjoyed as a small treat with tea or after a meal. Similar syrup-soaked fried pastries are found across the region, though their shapes and names vary. It is mostly carbohydrate, with a notable amount of fat, so it is best thought of as an occasional sweet rather than a filling snack. A small piece alongside unsweetened tea keeps the serving simple.

How Nutritious Is Ring dessert (one bite)?

Nutrient density

Low

12/ 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 Ring dessert (one bite) Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Ring dessert (one bite) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ring dessert (one bite) 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

Ring dessert (one bite) Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.45g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.81g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.58g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.