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Şekerpare (low sugar) Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert with less sugar, semolina dough and light syrup
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Şekerpare (low sugar) (35 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.4 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Şekerpare (low sugar) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
95
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
15.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 6% · Fat 29%
Şekerpare (low sugar) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.09 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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 Şekerpare (low sugar)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 20 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 70 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 284 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Şekerpare (low sugar)
What is low-sugar Şekerpare?
Low-sugar Şekerpare is a Turkish dessert made from small semolina dough pieces baked and soaked in light syrup. It is still a prepared, processed sweet; using less sugar does not make it sugar-free.
How do you make low-sugar Şekerpare at home?
To make low-sugar Şekerpare, shape a dough usually made with flour, semolina, egg and butter, bake it, then add a lighter syrup. Handle the dough gently so the finished pieces stay tender.
Why is low-sugar Şekerpare soaked in syrup?
Low-sugar Şekerpare is soaked in syrup because that moisture and sweetness are part of the dessert’s traditional texture. A lighter syrup reduces sweetness, but leaving it out altogether would produce a drier, different pastry.
Why does low-sugar Şekerpare fail to absorb the syrup?
Low-sugar Şekerpare may not absorb syrup well if the pastry and syrup are both very hot or both cold, or if the pieces have dried out in the oven. Add the syrup gradually and let the dessert rest.
Why does low-sugar Şekerpare turn out hard?
Low-sugar Şekerpare can turn hard if its dough is overworked, too much flour is added, or the pieces are overbaked. Keep the dough soft and remove the pastries once they are baked through and lightly golden.
How is low-sugar Şekerpare different from revani?
Low-sugar Şekerpare is shaped into individual semolina-based pastries, while revani is baked as a soft semolina cake and cut into portions. Both are often soaked in syrup, but their texture and presentation are different.
Can you freeze low-sugar Şekerpare?
Yes, low-sugar Şekerpare can be frozen. Freeze the pieces separately before packing them in an airtight container, then thaw them at room temperature; freezing them again after thawing can worsen their texture.
How should low-sugar Şekerpare be stored?
Store low-sugar Şekerpare in a covered container in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it if the room is warm. Keeping it covered prevents it from drying out; let chilled pieces come to room temperature before serving.
What goes well with low-sugar Şekerpare?
Turkish tea or unsweetened coffee pairs well with low-sugar Şekerpare because the drink balances its syrupy sweetness. It is often served after a meal or offered to guests, including during holiday visits.
Can people with diabetes eat low-sugar Şekerpare?
People with diabetes should not assume low-sugar Şekerpare is a low-carbohydrate dessert: flour and semolina also contribute carbohydrates. Whether it fits a meal plan depends on individual needs, so ask a doctor or dietitian.
Şekerpare (low sugar) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.74µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.24mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1.22µg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Sodium
25mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
Şekerpare (low sugar) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Şekerpare (low sugar)
To burn the 95 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Şekerpare (low sugar)?
Low-sugar şekerpare is a traditional Turkish baked sweet: small rounds of dough made with semolina and butter are baked, then soaked in a light sugar syrup. A hazelnut or almond is often pressed into the top. The outside turns lightly golden while the centre stays tender and syrup-moist. In Turkey, it is commonly served in modest pieces with tea, for guests or at festive meals; elsewhere, it makes an easy-to-share dessert alongside coffee or tea. Despite the lighter syrup, it remains a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with some fat and a little protein.
Serve it on its own rather than alongside another syrupy dessert, and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance the sweetness. Smaller portions are a practical way to enjoy it as a treat.
How Nutritious Is Şekerpare (low sugar)?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Şekerpare (low sugar) 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 Şekerpare (low sugar) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Şekerpare (low sugar) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Şekerpare (low sugar) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.09g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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