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Traditional Turkish dessert with pistachio and clotted cream
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sultan Sarma (45 g) has 176 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.3 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
176
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
20.3g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 6% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 176 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.38 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 351 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Sultan Sarma is a Turkish rolled dessert made by spreading thick milk pudding over shredded coconut, then rolling it around a creamy filling. Recipes commonly finish it with pistachios; the filling may use clotted cream or a cream-based alternative.
To make Sultan Sarma, cook milk pudding until thick, spread it over coconut on a tray, and let it cool until set. Add the creamy filling, roll the sheet carefully, chill it, and cut it into portions.
No, Sultan Sarma is usually made on the stovetop and assembled without baking. The pudding is cooked in a pan, then cooled and rolled with its filling; chilling helps the finished dessert hold its shape.
Sultan Sarma can crack if the pudding layer is too thin, has dried out, or is rolled before it has cooled and set properly. Spread it evenly and use baking paper to guide the roll gently rather than lifting it by hand.
No, Sultan Sarma is not Turkish delight. It is a chilled milk-pudding dessert with a creamy filling and coconut coating, while Turkish delight is a chewy confection made from a sugar-and-starch base.
Whipped cream is a practical substitute for clotted cream in Sultan Sarma. Spread it only after the pudding layer has cooled completely, since warmth can melt the filling and make the rolls harder to shape.
Sultan Sarma keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Its dairy filling should stay chilled; take out only the portions you plan to serve and return the rest to the fridge promptly.
Yes, Sultan Sarma can be frozen, but the pudding and cream filling may become softer or release moisture after thawing. Freeze portions in an airtight container and thaw them in the refrigerator; do not refreeze once thawed.
Serve Sultan Sarma chilled and cut into individual rolls, often with pistachios on top. Its rich, creamy texture pairs well with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee, so small portions are usually enough for dessert.
Sultan Sarma contains sugar and starch, which can raise blood glucose, and the effect varies by portion and individual. If you have diabetes, ask your dietitian or clinician how to fit a serving into your personal meal plan.
Vitamins
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B12
0.09µg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
33.75µg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.13µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Calcium
43mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
104mg · 3% DV
Sodium
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 176 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Sultan Sarma is a Turkish rolled dessert, typically made with delicate pastry or shredded pastry wrapped around pistachios and kaymak, a rich clotted cream. Recipes vary in the outer layer and how much syrup is used, but the contrast is much the same: crisp or tender pastry around a creamy, nutty centre, finished with a pronounced sweetness.
In Turkey it is commonly served in a small portion after a meal or alongside tea, and it also suits a festive dessert spread. It is rich in both sugar and fat, so a medium piece can feel substantial; the listed 45 g serving is a useful guide if you want to enjoy it without making it the centre of the meal. Unsweetened tea makes a good pairing.
Low
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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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.