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Rose dessert Calories
Traditional syrup-soaked flour-based dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Rose dessert (85 g) has 310 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 49.5 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 10.7 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 6.8 µg of Selenium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Rose dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
310
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
49.5g
· 18% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.7g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 5% · Fat 31%
Rose dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.7 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.89 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.1 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Rose dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 310 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 42.5 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 201 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 548 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 621 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 803 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 255 g | 931 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rose dessert
What is rose dessert made of?
Rose dessert, the Turkish gül tatlısı, is a rose-shaped baked pastry soaked in sugar syrup. Its dough commonly contains flour, egg, yogurt or another dairy ingredient, and fat; some recipes add semolina or place a walnut in the center.
How do you make rose dessert?
Rose dessert is made by shaping small pieces of dough into a flower, baking them, and soaking the hot pastries with cold syrup. The dough should be pliable rather than sticky, and the pieces need to be joined firmly so the rose shape holds.
Does rose dessert contain rose water?
Usually, no. Rose dessert gets its name from its flower-like shape, not from rose flavoring. Some cooks add rose water as a variation, so check the recipe if you are expecting a floral taste.
Should the syrup be hot or cold for rose dessert?
Cold syrup is usually poured over hot rose dessert straight from the oven. The temperature contrast helps the pastries absorb the syrup; let the tray rest afterward so the syrup can reach the center.
Why doesn't rose dessert absorb the syrup?
Rose dessert may not absorb syrup well if the syrup is too thick, the pastry is underbaked, or both are at a similar temperature. Try pouring cooled syrup over freshly baked hot pastries and give them time to rest before serving.
Why does rose dessert lose its shape in the oven?
Rose dessert can spread or open up if its dough is too soft or the rolled pieces are not secured together. Chill or briefly rest the dough if it feels sticky, join the petals firmly, and leave space between pieces on the tray.
How do you make syrup for rose dessert?
Rose dessert syrup is made by simmering sugar and water, then adding a little lemon juice near the end to help prevent crystallization. Let the syrup cool before pouring it over the hot pastries, and follow the proportions in your recipe.
How is rose dessert different from Turkish kalburabastı?
Rose dessert is shaped like a flower, while kalburabastı is pressed against a sieve or textured surface to leave a pattern and often has a walnut filling. Both are baked Turkish pastries soaked in syrup, but their shapes and shaping methods differ.
How should you store rose dessert?
Keep rose dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it in hot weather. Its texture is best when eaten within a few days; let chilled pieces come closer to room temperature before serving.
Does rose dessert raise blood sugar?
Yes. Rose dessert's sweet syrup and flour-based pastry can raise blood sugar. People with diabetes should account for the portion in their meal plan; an appropriate amount depends on their individual glucose management and treatment.
Rose dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.7µg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.68mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.8µg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Sodium
123mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Rose dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Rose dessert
To burn the 310 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Rose dessert?
Rose dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry shaped to resemble a flower. Its flour-based dough is folded or rolled into petal-like layers, baked until lightly golden, then finished with syrup; recipes vary in the dough and how sweetly they are soaked.
The outside may be slightly crisp, while the layers soften as they absorb the syrup. In Turkey it is often offered to guests, served at festive gatherings, or enjoyed with tea. Elsewhere, it fits naturally on a dessert table with tea or coffee. It is a rich, flour-and-syrup-based sweet, so a smaller piece can be satisfying; serve it without extra syrup for a less-heavy finish.
How Nutritious Is Rose 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
Low
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 Rose 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 Rose dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Rose 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
Rose dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.87g
Omega 6:3 ratio 59.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (59.7:1).
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