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Traditional syrup-soaked Turkish dessert made with semolina and flour, sweet and moist.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Saye dessert (60 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
171
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.7g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 6% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 171 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Saye dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked sweet made with semolina and flour. It is baked, then soaked with syrup, giving it a moist texture and a distinctly sweet taste.
Saye dessert is made with semolina, flour and syrup; recipes may also include eggs and dairy ingredients. The exact proportions and extra ingredients vary between recipes, so there is no single universal ingredient list.
To make Saye dessert, prepare a batter with semolina and flour, bake it, and pour syrup over the baked base. Let it rest so the syrup can soak through before cutting and serving.
No, Saye dessert and revani are not identical. Both can use semolina and syrup, but their ingredient proportions, preparation methods and final textures can differ from one recipe to another.
Saye dessert may not absorb syrup well if the baked base is dense or undercooked, or if it is cut and served before resting. Pour the syrup evenly and allow time for it to soak in.
Yes, you can bake Saye dessert without adding syrup, but it will no longer have the moist, syrup-soaked texture associated with the traditional sweet. A lighter drizzle may reduce sweetness while keeping some moisture.
Saye dessert is usually served after it has rested and absorbed the syrup, either at room temperature or chilled. Chopped nuts can be added on top, and it is often enjoyed with tea or coffee.
Yes, Saye dessert can be made ahead because resting gives the syrup time to soak into the baked base. Cover it while it rests, then serve it once the texture has settled.
Store Saye dessert covered in the refrigerator and avoid leaving it out for extended periods. It can be frozen, although thawing may alter its moist texture; thaw it in the refrigerator before serving.
Saye dessert may raise blood sugar because it is made with syrup and flour, so portion size matters. People managing diabetes should follow their individual meal plan and ask their healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.32µg · 2% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Saye dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made with semolina and flour, then soaked in syrup. As it absorbs the syrup, it becomes moist and tender, with a pronounced sweetness; recipes can vary in their exact texture and finish.
In Turkey, it is commonly offered with tea or served as a small sweet after a meal. Turkish communities abroad may enjoy it in the same way, and it also makes an easy-to-share treat for guests. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dessert, so a modest piece with unsweetened tea is a simple way to keep the serving lighter.
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
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.