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Sacarasi dessert Calories
Classic Turkish syrup dessert, made with kadayıf and baklava pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sacarasi dessert (90 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.6 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Sacarasi dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
306
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
48.6g
· 18% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 5% · Fat 32%
Sacarasi dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.8 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 Sacarasi dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 442 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacarasi dessert
What is Sacarasi dessert?
Sacarasi dessert is a layered Turkish syrup pastry associated with Afyonkarahisar. It typically combines thin baklava pastry and shredded kadayif, often with clotted cream and nuts between the layers, though recipes vary.
Where does Sacarasi dessert come from?
Sacarasi dessert comes from Afyonkarahisar in western Turkey, where it is a well-known regional sweet. You may find versions elsewhere, but the dessert is especially associated with Afyon’s local pastry traditions.
How is Sacarasi dessert traditionally made?
Sacarasi dessert is made by layering thin pastry with shredded kadayif and, in many recipes, a filling of clotted cream and nuts. It is baked until golden, then soaked with syrup; exact fillings and methods vary by cook.
Why is it called Sacarasi dessert?
The name Sacarasi is commonly linked to the traditional method of cooking the pastry between two metal griddles, or sac. Modern recipes often use an oven, while retaining the dessert’s layered pastry and kadayif.
How is Sacarasi dessert different from baklava?
Sacarasi dessert often combines kadayif with thin pastry and may include a creamy filling, giving it a different texture from classic baklava. Baklava is usually built mainly from stacked pastry sheets with nuts between them.
Does Sacarasi dessert contain clotted cream?
Many Sacarasi dessert recipes include clotted cream, which gives the layered filling a rich, soft texture. It is not universal, however: some versions rely on kadayif and nuts without cream, so the recipe can vary between bakeries.
Is Sacarasi dessert served warm or cold?
Sacarasi dessert is usually served after it has absorbed the syrup, at room temperature or slightly warm. Serving it piping hot can make the syrupy layers feel heavy; a little crushed pistachio on top is a common finishing touch.
Can you make Sacarasi dessert at home?
Yes, you can make Sacarasi dessert at home with store-bought thin baklava pastry, kadayif, and an optional clotted-cream and nut filling. Keep the pastry covered while assembling so it does not dry out, then bake and add syrup.
How should you store leftover Sacarasi dessert?
Store leftover Sacarasi dessert covered in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it in warm conditions. Refrigeration can firm up the pastry, so let a portion sit briefly at room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Can Sacarasi dessert be frozen?
Sacarasi dessert can be frozen, although its pastry may lose some crispness after thawing because it is syrup-soaked. Freeze it in a tightly sealed container, then thaw it in the refrigerator and bring it toward room temperature before serving.
Sacarasi dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
81mg · 2% DV
Sacarasi dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sacarasi dessert
To burn the 306 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Sacarasi dessert?
Sacarasi dessert is a regional Turkish sweet associated with Afyonkarahisar. Thin layers of baklava pastry enclose kadayıf—fine strands of shredded pastry—and usually nuts; the assembled layers are baked, then soaked in syrup. Its name refers to the traditional way of cooking the pastry layers together. The outside turns crisp while the centre stays tender and stringy, with buttery pastry, toasted nuts and sweet syrup in each bite.
In Turkey, it is served in small pieces with tea or Turkish coffee, often for guests and on festive occasions. It is a rich, syrup-soaked dessert rather than an everyday snack, so a modest piece makes a satisfying finish to a meal. Unsweetened tea or coffee balances its sweetness well.
How Nutritious Is Sacarasi 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 Sacarasi 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 Sacarasi dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sacarasi dessert Good For?
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
Sacarasi dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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