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Sak sak halva (small square) Calories
Traditional Turkish sak sak halva, small square piece
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Sak sak halva (small square) (25 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Sak sak halva (small square) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 25 g
110
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 6% · Fat 33%
Sak sak halva (small square) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.05 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 Sak sak halva (small square)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 60 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 4 piece (double) | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 660 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sak sak halva (small square)
What is Sak sak halva (small square)?
Sak sak halva is a Turkish sweet sold in small, bite-sized square pieces. It belongs to the halva family and is typically rich and sweet, making it easy to serve as a small treat with tea or coffee.
What does Sak sak halva taste like?
Sak sak halva has a sweet, rich halva flavor, often with a nutty or sesame-like note depending on its ingredients. Its small square shape makes it convenient to taste alongside a hot drink without serving a large slice.
How is Sak sak halva different from regular tahini halva?
Sak sak halva is usually presented as small square portions, while tahini halva is commonly sold as a larger block or loaf to slice. Both can be sesame-based, but recipes and textures vary between products.
What is Sak sak halva made from?
Sak sak halva is made from a sweet halva mixture; many versions use tahini, which is sesame paste, and some include nuts. Ingredients can differ by recipe or maker, so the exact flavor and texture are not identical across varieties.
How do you serve Sak sak halva?
Serve Sak sak halva as a small sweet bite, often with Turkish tea or coffee. Its compact pieces also work well on a dessert plate with other Turkish sweets when you want to offer several tastes in modest portions.
Can you use Sak sak halva in desserts?
Yes, you can crumble Sak sak halva over ice cream or use small pieces as a dessert topping. Add it just before serving so the pieces keep their texture rather than softening in a moist dessert.
How should you store Sak sak halva after opening?
Keep Sak sak halva in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Limiting exposure to air helps preserve its texture; follow the package instructions if they specify different storage.
Can Sak sak halva be frozen?
Freezing Sak sak halva is usually unnecessary and may change its texture when thawed. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry cupboard instead, and avoid moisture or repeated temperature changes that can make the pieces sticky or crumbly.
Why does Sak sak halva crumble?
Sak sak halva can crumble if its mixture is dry or if it has been exposed to air for too long. Store opened pieces in a sealed container and handle them gently, since their small shape makes breakage more noticeable.
Can you make Sak sak halva at home?
Yes, Sak sak halva can be made at home, although getting the mixture firm enough to cut into neat squares takes care. Use a recipe intended for this style of halva and let the mixture cool before cutting.
Sak sak halva (small square) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.2mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
16mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
9.5mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Sak sak halva (small square) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sak sak halva (small square)
To burn the 110 calories in 1 piece (small) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sak sak halva (small square)?
Sak sak halva (small square) is a traditional Turkish sweet, commonly made with flour, sugar and fat, and sometimes nuts. It is cut into small squares, with the exact texture and recipe varying between makers and regions.
Sweet and rich, it is often offered with tea in Turkey or enjoyed as a small after-dinner treat. It is energy-dense, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat, so a small piece is often enough. Serve it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness; its compact size also makes it easy to share.
How Nutritious Is Sak sak halva (small square)?
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 Sak sak halva (small square) 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 Sak sak halva (small square) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sak sak halva (small square) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Sak sak halva (small square) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.