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A small, golden-brown layered pastry sits on a plate, with a lightly glossy surface and a few pale chopped nuts scattered over it.

Saye dessert Calories

Traditional syrup-soaked Turkish dessert made with semolina and flour, sweet and moist.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

55mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.3g

Quick answer

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.

Saye dessert Nutrition Facts

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%

Saye dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories171 kcal
Total fat3.7 g5%
Saturated fat1.26 g6%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium48 mg2%
Total carbohydrate32.4 g12%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein2.5 g5%

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 Saye dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g171 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g114 kcal
1 slice (thin)50 g143 kcal
1 slice (thick)80 g228 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g257 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g285 kcal
2 piece (double)120 g342 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g428 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Saye dessert

What is Saye dessert?

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.

What is Saye dessert made of?

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.

How do you make Saye dessert?

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.

Is Saye dessert the same as revani?

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.

Why doesn't Saye dessert absorb the syrup?

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.

Can you make Saye dessert without syrup?

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.

How is Saye dessert usually served?

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.

Can you make Saye dessert ahead of time?

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.

How should you store Saye dessert, and can you freeze it?

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.

Can people with diabetes eat Saye dessert?

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.

Saye dessert Vitamins & Minerals

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

Saye dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

24
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Saye dessert

To burn the 171 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

42min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

23min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Saye dessert?

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.

How Nutritious Is Saye dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

24/ 100

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 Saye 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 Saye dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Saye dessert 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

Saye dessert Fat Profile

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.