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Small, round-to-oval golden-brown semolina pastries sit on a serving plate, their tops glossy with clear syrup and each topped with a pale nut.

Homemade şekerpare Calories

Traditional syrup-soaked Turkish dessert

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

395kcal

GI

68high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

88mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

2 piece (medium) of Homemade şekerpare (70 g) has 277 calories. That works out to 395 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.1 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 6.3 µg of Selenium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Homemade şekerpare Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 70 g

277

KCAL / 70G

Carbs

41.1g

· 15% DV

Protein

4.1g

· 8% DV

Fat

10.9g

· 14% 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 59% · Protein 6% · Fat 35%

Homemade şekerpare nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (70 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories277 kcal
Total fat10.9 g14%
Saturated fat4.27 g21%
Trans fat0.13 g
Sodium102 mg4%
Total carbohydrate41.1 g15%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein4.1 g8%

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 Homemade şekerpare?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g138 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g99 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g198 kcal
2 piece (medium)70 g277 kcal
1 serving (medium)90 g356 kcal
100 g100 g395 kcal
3 piece (large)105 g415 kcal
4 piece (extra large)140 g553 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g593 kcal

Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade şekerpare

What is homemade şekerpare made of?

Homemade şekerpare is made from a soft dough, commonly using flour, butter or another fat, eggs, and sugar, then soaked in syrup after baking. Recipes often add semolina, and an almond or hazelnut is commonly placed on top.

How do you make homemade şekerpare?

Homemade şekerpare is made by shaping a soft dough into small oval pieces, baking them until golden, and soaking them with syrup. Many recipes pour cooled syrup over the freshly baked pastries so they absorb it as they cool.

Is homemade şekerpare the same as kalburabastı?

No, homemade şekerpare and kalburabastı are different Turkish syrup desserts. Şekerpare is usually shaped into smooth ovals, while kalburabastı is pressed against a patterned surface and often filled with walnuts.

Why is homemade şekerpare hard?

Homemade şekerpare can turn hard if its dough contains too much flour, is overworked, or is baked for too long. Mix only until the dough comes together and take the pastries out when they are lightly golden.

How do you keep homemade şekerpare from getting soggy?

To keep homemade şekerpare from getting soggy, use syrup that is pourable rather than excessively thick and let any extra syrup drain from the serving dish. Store the pastries covered, but avoid leaving them submerged in pooled syrup.

Can you make homemade şekerpare without semolina?

Yes, homemade şekerpare can be made without semolina. Use a recipe designed for an all-flour dough rather than adding extra flour to a semolina recipe, since the two versions absorb moisture differently.

How long does homemade şekerpare last?

Homemade şekerpare keeps for several days when stored covered in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate it in warm conditions or if you want to keep it longer; bring it back toward room temperature before serving for a softer texture.

Can homemade şekerpare be frozen?

Yes, homemade şekerpare can be frozen. For the best texture, freeze the baked pastries before adding syrup, then thaw and soak them when needed; freezing already syrup-soaked pieces may make them softer.

Should homemade şekerpare be served warm or cold?

Homemade şekerpare is usually served at room temperature or slightly cool, after the pastries have absorbed the syrup. It does not need to be served hot, though a gently warmed piece is also enjoyed by some people.

What do you serve with homemade şekerpare?

Homemade şekerpare pairs well with unsweetened Turkish coffee or tea, which balances its syrupy sweetness. It is commonly served as a small dessert after a meal or offered to guests alongside hot drinks.

Homemade şekerpare Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

66.5µg · 7% DV

Biotin

2.1µg · 7% DV

B2

0.06mg · 5% DV

B1

0.06mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Selenium

6.3µg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

50mg · 7% DV

Manganese

0.15mg · 7% DV

Copper

0.06mg · 7% DV

Sodium

102mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

62mg · 2% DV

Homemade şekerpare Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

23.8
High

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

How to Burn Off Homemade şekerpare

To burn the 277 calories in 2 piece (medium) (70 g):

🚶

69min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

28min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

38min

Cycling

🏊

32min

Swimming

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

What is Homemade şekerpare?

Homemade şekerpare is a classic Turkish syrup-soaked dessert: small rounds of dough, commonly made with flour, semolina, egg and butter, are baked until golden and then drenched in sugar syrup. A hazelnut or almond is often pressed into the top. The pastry softens as it absorbs the syrup, giving it a tender, moist centre and a distinctly sweet finish.

In Turkey, it is served with tea, offered to guests and brought out for festive meals; it also makes a rich after-dinner sweet. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates and fat, while it provides little fibre. Serve one as a small treat alongside unsweetened tea if you want to balance its sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Homemade şekerpare?

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

15/ 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 Homemade şekerpare 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 Homemade şekerpare 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 Homemade şekerpare Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Homemade şekerpare Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.27g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.64g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.12g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 50.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (50.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.