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Traditional Turkish dessert, walnut-filled, syrup-soaked pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sarayı with Walnut (60 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
234
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 5% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 351 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Sarayı with Walnut is a traditional Turkish pastry dessert filled with walnuts and soaked in syrup. It is made from pastry, walnut filling and syrup, and is classified as a processed sweet.
Sarayı with Walnut is made by filling or layering pastry with walnuts, shaping it, baking it and soaking it with syrup. Recipes vary in shape and dough layers; baking the pastry until crisp helps it hold its texture after the syrup is added.
Sarayı with Walnut is a walnut-filled, syrup-soaked pastry, while baklava is typically made with many thin layers of phyllo. The exact shape and layering of Sarayı with Walnut can vary, so it is not necessarily as finely layered as baklava.
The syrup temperature for Sarayı with Walnut varies by recipe and baking method. Follow the recipe’s timing and temperature so the pastry absorbs the syrup without turning soggy; adding too much syrup can soften its layers.
Sarayı with Walnut can turn soggy if it absorbs too much syrup, is covered while still steaming, or is not baked until crisp. Use the amount of syrup specified in the recipe and let the dessert cool uncovered.
Sarayı with Walnut is known as a traditional Turkish dessert, but there is no widely established single region of origin for the dish by this name. Its shape and preparation can differ between recipes and households.
Sarayı with Walnut is usually served at room temperature after the pastry has absorbed the syrup. Cut it into small pieces and pair it with unsweetened Turkish tea; extra syrup is usually unnecessary.
Yes. You can make Sarayı with Walnut lighter by using less syrup, serving smaller pieces and baking the pastry rather than frying it. Because syrup is central to the dessert, reducing it will also change the final texture and sweetness.
Store leftover Sarayı with Walnut in a covered container in a cool, dry place; heat and humidity can soften the pastry. Refrigerate homemade portions if you need to keep them longer, then let them come to room temperature before serving.
Yes, Sarayı with Walnut can be frozen, although the pastry may lose some crispness after thawing. Freeze portions in an airtight container, thaw them slowly in the refrigerator and avoid refreezing once thawed.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.52µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sarayı with walnut is a Turkish syrup dessert made with thin pastry wrapped or folded around walnuts and finished with syrup. The pastry turns tender as it absorbs the syrup, while the walnut centre brings a slight crunch and a rich, nutty flavour. It is distinctly sweet and is usually served in modest pieces after a meal or brought out for guests and festive occasions in Turkey. A piece alongside unsweetened tea or coffee makes a satisfying treat without needing another sweet accompaniment. With 390 calories per 100 g, it is energy-dense, so a smaller piece may suit you better if you prefer a lighter dessert.
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.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.