EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
Small, soft-edged cubes of translucent Turkish delight are dusted with powdered sugar, with tiny seeds visible throughout their pale pink centers.

Seeded Turkish delight Calories

Sweet confection with seeds

CALORIES · 100 G

363kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

105mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Seeded Turkish delight (30 g) has 109 calories. That works out to 363 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Seeded Turkish delight Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g

109

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

24.8g

· 9% DV

Protein

0.6g

· 1% DV

Fat

0.8g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.4g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 2% · Fat 7%

Seeded Turkish delight nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories109 kcal
Total fat0.8 g1%
Saturated fat0.1 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium5.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate24.8 g9%
Fiber0.4 g1%
Protein0.6 g1%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Medium Seeded Turkish delight?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)30 g109 kcal
1 piece (mini)15 g54 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g91 kcal
1 piece (large)45 g163 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g182 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)60 g218 kcal
2 piece (double)60 g218 kcal
3 piece (triple)90 g327 kcal
100 g100 g363 kcal

Calculated from 363 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Seeded Turkish delight

What is seeded Turkish delight?

Seeded Turkish delight is a chewy, sweet confection made in the style of lokum, with seed kernels mixed through it. It is usually cut into pieces, and the seed type and texture can vary between recipes.

What seeds are used in seeded Turkish delight?

Sunflower seed kernels are commonly used in seeded Turkish delight, though recipes may use other seeds or kernels. The exact type is not fixed, so check the ingredient list when buying it.

How does seeded Turkish delight taste and feel?

Seeded Turkish delight pairs a sweet, chewy lokum texture with the nuttier taste and crunch of seed kernels. The balance varies with the recipe: some pieces are softer and sweeter, while others have more pronounced crunch.

How is seeded Turkish delight different from plain Turkish delight?

Seeded Turkish delight has kernels mixed into the chewy confection, giving it a crunchier texture and a more toasted, nut-like taste. Plain Turkish delight is typically smooth, with no seeds interrupting its soft chew.

What is seeded Turkish delight made from?

Seeded Turkish delight is generally made from a sugar-and-starch lokum base with seed kernels added. Recipes differ, so the precise ingredients and proportions vary; the label gives the details for a particular product.

Can you make seeded Turkish delight at home?

Yes. Make a thick lokum-style mixture with sugar and starch, stir in toasted seed kernels, then spread it in a tray to set before cutting it into pieces. The mixture needs steady cooking and cooling to develop its chewy texture.

How do you serve seeded Turkish delight?

Serve seeded Turkish delight in small pieces, often alongside Turkish tea or coffee. Its sweetness and chewy-crunchy texture make it suitable as a small after-meal treat or as part of a confectionery plate.

How should you store seeded Turkish delight after opening?

Store seeded Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air can dry it out, while moisture can make the surface sticky and affect the chewy texture.

Can you freeze seeded Turkish delight?

Freezing seeded Turkish delight is not ideal because thawing can make the lokum damp or sticky and alter its texture. An airtight container in a cool, dry place is a better way to keep it fresh.

Can people with diabetes eat seeded Turkish delight?

People with diabetes should be cautious with seeded Turkish delight because its sugary lokum base can raise blood glucose. If you use medication or need help choosing a portion, ask your doctor or dietitian.

Seeded Turkish delight Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

0.24mg · 2% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

B3

0.15mg · 1% DV

B6

0.02mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.05mg · 6% DV

Manganese

0.08mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

22mg · 3% DV

Magnesium

11mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

32mg · 1% DV

Sodium

5.4mg · 0% DV

Seeded Turkish delight Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

5.7
Low

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

How to Burn Off Seeded Turkish delight

To burn the 109 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):

🚶

27min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

11min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

15min

Cycling

🏊

13min

Swimming

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

What is Seeded Turkish delight?

Seeded Turkish delight is a lokum-style confection made by cooking a sweet, starch-thickened mixture, setting it, then cutting it into pieces with seeds mixed in or coating the surface. Sunflower seeds are common in Turkish usage, though the exact seeds can vary. Its texture is soft and chewy, with a sweet flavour and a nutty crunch from the seeds.

In Turkey, it is often offered to guests or served with tea or Turkish coffee; elsewhere, it works well as a small sweet alongside coffee. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich confection, while the seeds contribute a little fat and fibre but do not make it a substantial source of protein. Because it is quite sweet, enjoy a modest piece with an unsweetened drink.

How Nutritious Is Seeded Turkish delight?

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

14/ 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 Seeded Turkish delight 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 Seeded Turkish delight Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Seeded Turkish delight Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Seeded Turkish delight Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.1g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.29g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).

Compare Seeded Turkish delight

🍬vs🍬
Seeded Turkish delight vs Rose Turkish delight33 kcal more per 100 g
→
🍬vs🍯
Seeded Turkish delight vs Caramel sauce43 kcal more per 100 g
→
🍬vs🍫
Seeded Turkish delight vs Dark chocolate177 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍬vs🍮
Seeded Turkish delight vs Höşmerim43 kcal more per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Seeded Turkish delight

🍬

Rose Turkish delight

330 kcal

🍯

Caramel sauce

320 kcal

🍫

Dark chocolate

540 kcal

🍮

Höşmerim

320 kcal

🍫

Chocolate sauce

210 kcal

🍬

Fruit Leather

320 kcal

🍬

Pistachio Turkish Delight

370 kcal

🍮

Kazandibi

145 kcal

Have another question about Seeded Turkish delight?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.