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Fried ring-shaped dough dessert soaked in syrup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Syrup-soaked ring dessert (85 g) has 350 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 54.2 g of carbs, 3.9 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 7 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
350
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
54.2g
· 20% DV
Protein
3.9g
· 8% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
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 4% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 179 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% |
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) | 85 g | 350 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 42.5 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 60 g | 247 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 536 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 659 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 700 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
A syrup-soaked ring dessert is made by piping dough into rings, deep-frying them, and dipping them in syrup. Recipes vary in their dough ingredients, but the rings are usually drained before serving so they do not become overly soft.
A syrup-soaked ring dessert gets its contrast from deep-frying followed by a brief dip in syrup. The hot oil crisps the ridged exterior, while the syrup moistens the inside; leaving the rings in syrup too long softens the crust.
No. A syrup-soaked ring dessert is piped into a ring shape, while tulumba is usually formed into short, ridged pieces. Both are fried and dipped in syrup, but their shapes and, depending on the recipe, their doughs differ.
Yes, but a piping bag or sturdy plastic bag with a cut corner makes it easier to form an even ring. A ridged nozzle gives the dessert its familiar grooved surface; without one, the rings may look smoother and fry less evenly.
An air fryer can cook a ring-shaped dough, but it will not produce the same result as deep-frying a syrup-soaked ring dessert. The traditional method creates a crisp, fried exterior that absorbs syrup; an air-fried version is likely to have a different texture.
A syrup-soaked ring dessert turns soggy when it sits in syrup too long or is stored while warm in a sealed container. Dip the rings briefly, let excess syrup drain, and keep them uncovered until they have cooled.
A simple sugar-and-water syrup is commonly used for a syrup-soaked ring dessert, sometimes with lemon to balance its sweetness. Cook it until it lightly coats a spoon, then cool it before dipping freshly fried rings.
The syrup-soaked ring dessert is closely associated with Turkish street-food and sweet-shop culture. Similar fried dough desserts appear in other regions too, so its broader culinary origins are not uniquely Turkish or precisely established.
Store a syrup-soaked ring dessert in a cool, dry place in a covered container once it has cooled. It is best eaten fresh because syrup gradually softens the fried crust; refrigeration can also make the texture less crisp.
A syrup-soaked ring dessert is often served on its own with Turkish tea or coffee. Its intense sweetness pairs well with an unsweetened drink, and serving the rings soon after preparation preserves more of their crisp texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.62mg · 11% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
7.23µg · 6% DV
B3
0.94mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.97µg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Iron
1.44mg · 8% DV
Sodium
179mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
75mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Syrup-soaked ring dessert is a Turkish sweet made by piping dough into rings, frying it until golden, then soaking it in syrup. The outside is often lightly crisp, while the syrup gives the centre a soft, dense sweetness. In Turkey it is sold in pastry shops and by street vendors, and is commonly enjoyed after a meal or with tea; Turkish communities abroad also serve it for gatherings and celebrations.
It is mainly a source of carbohydrate and fat, with relatively little fibre or protein; a 100 g portion provides 412 kcal. For a less-heavy treat, share one ring or pair it with unsweetened tea.
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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
✓ 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
SATURATED
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 72.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (72.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.