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Sweet açma pastry Calories
Sweet, soft yeast-raised pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sweet açma pastry (85 g) has 310 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.5 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 17.8 µg of Selenium covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sweet açma pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
310
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
44.5g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 9% · Fat 34%
Sweet açma pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 5.78 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 349 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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 Sweet açma pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 310 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 43 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 85 g | 310 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 125 g | 456 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 584 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 621 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 913 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet açma pastry
What is sweet açma pastry?
Sweet açma pastry is a soft, yeast-raised Turkish bake, usually shaped into a ring or twist. It is a sweeter take on açma and is commonly eaten for breakfast or with tea.
How is sweet açma pastry different from regular Turkish açma?
Sweet açma pastry has a sweeter dough or finish than the more often savoury regular açma. Both are soft, yeasted pastries, but regular açma is commonly served plain or with savoury foods, while the sweet version suits tea or a sweet breakfast.
How do you make sweet açma pastry?
To make sweet açma pastry, mix flour, yeast, sugar and milk into a soft enriched dough, then let it rise. Shape it into rings or twists, brush with egg, and bake until golden.
Is sweet açma pastry similar to brioche?
Sweet açma pastry and brioche are both soft, enriched yeast bakes, but they are not the same pastry. Açma is typically shaped into a ring or twist and has a Turkish bakery tradition; brioche is usually richer and shaped differently.
Why does sweet açma pastry dough fail to rise?
Sweet açma pastry dough may not rise if the yeast is inactive or the liquid used to mix it is too hot. A cold room or too little rising time can also slow fermentation, so give the covered dough a warm, draft-free place.
Why is my sweet açma pastry dry?
Sweet açma pastry can turn dry if too much flour is worked into the dough or it stays in the oven too long. Keep the dough soft rather than stiff, and take the pastries out once they are golden.
How should you store sweet açma pastry?
Store sweet açma pastry in an airtight container at room temperature once it has cooled completely. Leaving it exposed dries it out, while sealing it while warm traps steam and can make the pastry soggy.
Can you freeze sweet açma pastry?
Yes, sweet açma pastry freezes well. Wrap cooled pieces individually, then thaw one at room temperature when needed and warm it briefly in the oven to refresh its soft texture.
What can you serve with sweet açma pastry?
Sweet açma pastry goes well with black tea, coffee, or a Turkish breakfast spread. Pairing it with savoury cheese or olives provides a contrast to its sweetness without needing another dessert.
How do you reheat sweet açma pastry without drying it out?
Warm sweet açma pastry briefly in a low oven to soften it without overbaking. A microwave works for a quick portion, but heat it in short bursts because too much time can make the dough chewy.
Sweet açma pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.36mg · 30% DV
B3
3.23mg · 20% DV
Folate
78.2µg · 20% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.41mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
109mg · 16% DV
Sodium
349mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
107mg · 3% DV
Sweet açma pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sweet açma pastry
To burn the 310 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):
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Walking (5 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 Sweet açma pastry?
Sweet açma pastry is a Turkish bakery treat made from sweetened, yeast-raised dough. It is commonly shaped into a ring and baked until lightly golden, with a soft, airy centre and a tender crumb. The sweetness sets it apart from the more familiar savoury açma.
In Turkey, it is often picked up from a bakery for breakfast or enjoyed with tea in the afternoon. It also works as a simple snack on its own. The pastry is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 365 calories per 100 g, so it is best suited to those looking for a sweet, filling bite rather than a light snack. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Sweet açma pastry?
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 Sweet açma pastry 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 Sweet açma pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sweet açma pastry 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
Sweet açma pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.9:1).
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