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Şireli börek Calories
Sweet syrup-soaked pastry, traditional Turkish dessert
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Şireli börek (80 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.2 g of carbs, 4 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of Selenium covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Şireli börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
256
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
43.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
4g
· 8% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 6% · Fat 26%
Şireli börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
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 Şireli börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Şireli börek
What is Şireli börek?
Şireli börek is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry served as a dessert. Recipes vary, but the pastry is cooked first and then finished with syrup, which it absorbs as it rests.
How is Şireli börek traditionally made?
Şireli börek is made by preparing and cooking pastry, then pouring syrup over it. The exact dough, cooking method, and any filling depend on the local recipe, so there is no single version that represents every preparation.
Does Şireli börek have a filling?
Some versions of Şireli börek include a filling, while others are made without one. Nuts such as walnuts may appear in regional recipes, but check the particular recipe rather than assuming every version contains the same ingredients.
Is Şireli börek the same as baklava?
No, Şireli börek is not simply another name for baklava. Both are syrup-sweetened pastries, but baklava is particularly known for its thin layered pastry and nut filling, whereas Şireli börek follows its own regional pastry recipes.
When do you pour syrup over Şireli börek?
Pour the syrup over Şireli börek after cooking. Many syrup pastries are finished by combining one hot component with one cool component, which helps the pastry take up the syrup; follow the temperature guidance in your recipe.
How do you keep Şireli börek from getting soggy?
To keep Şireli börek from getting overly soft, add only the amount of syrup specified in the recipe and let the pastry cool before covering it. Too much syrup or trapping steam while it is hot can soften the pastry.
How should Şireli börek be served?
Serve Şireli börek after it has rested and absorbed its syrup, usually at room temperature. A small piece alongside unsweetened tea or coffee makes a simple serving; avoid adding extra syrup at the table unless it tastes too dry.
How long does Şireli börek keep?
Keep Şireli börek covered in a cool, dry place and eat it within a few days. Let it cool completely before storing, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes unexpectedly.
Can you freeze Şireli börek?
Yes, Şireli börek can be frozen, although thawing may affect its texture. For a better result, freeze it before adding the syrup when possible, then thaw it and finish it with syrup before serving.
Can Şireli börek be made less sweet?
Yes, you can make Şireli börek less sweet by reducing the syrup or pouring on only what the pastry needs to absorb. Changing the syrup amount may also change the traditional moist texture, so add it gradually.
Şireli börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
136mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.2µg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Şireli börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Şireli börek
To burn the 256 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Şireli börek?
Şireli börek is a traditional Turkish sweet pastry: layers of dough are baked or fried, then soaked with sweet syrup. Despite the word “börek,” which often brings savoury pastries to mind, this is served as a dessert. Recipes and methods can vary by region.
The syrup makes the pastry moist and tender, while the exposed edges may stay lightly crisp. In Turkey it is typically served after a meal, often with tea or Turkish coffee; elsewhere, it works as a small dessert alongside coffee or black tea. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 54 g per 100 g, so a modest piece is a practical choice if you want something sweet without a large serving.
How Nutritious Is Şireli börek?
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 Şireli börek 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 Şireli börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Şireli börek 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
Şireli börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 68:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (68:1).
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