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Small, round, golden-brown pastries with deeply embossed floral patterns and a light scattering of sesame seeds sit together on a serving plate.

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi Calories

Traditional sweet pastry for Bayram celebrations

In season: Spring · Summer

CALORIES · 100 G

420kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Sweet Bayram Kömbesi (60 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 39 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 4.2 µg of Selenium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

252

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

39g

· 14% DV

Protein

3.6g

· 7% DV

Fat

9g

· 12% 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 62% · Protein 6% · Fat 32%

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories252 kcal
Total fat9 g12%
Saturated fat2.7 g14%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium132 mg6%
Total carbohydrate39 g14%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Protein3.6 g7%

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 Bayram Kömbesi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g252 kcal
1 slice (thin)30 g126 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g168 kcal
1 slice (thick)50 g210 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g378 kcal
100 g100 g420 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g420 kcal
2 piece (double)120 g504 kcal

Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet Bayram Kömbesi

What is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi?

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi is a traditional sweet pastry made for Bayram celebrations in Turkey. It is typically shaped from dough and baked, with recipes varying across regions and families.

How do you make Sweet Bayram Kömbesi at home?

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi is made by mixing a sweet pastry dough, shaping it, and baking it. Many traditional versions are pressed into a patterned kömbe mold, though you can shape the pieces by hand if you do not have one.

What gives Sweet Bayram Kömbesi its distinctive flavor?

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi gets its characteristic flavor from the ingredients and spices used in a particular family or regional recipe. Some versions use warm spices such as cinnamon or mahleb, while others have a milder, simpler taste.

Is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi the same as Hatay kömbe?

Not always. Sweet Bayram Kömbesi belongs to the wider kömbe tradition associated with Hatay and other parts of Turkey, but recipes differ in their spices, dough, shape, and any filling.

Why is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi shaped with a patterned mold?

The patterned mold gives Sweet Bayram Kömbesi its traditional decorative surface and helps distinguish it from ordinary baked pastries. Wooden kömbe molds are traditional, but other molds or simple hand-shaped designs can also be used.

Does Sweet Bayram Kömbesi have a filling?

Some Sweet Bayram Kömbesi recipes include a filling, while others are made from unfilled, spiced dough. The choice varies by local and family tradition, so the name alone does not guarantee a particular filling.

What is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi served with?

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi is commonly served with tea or coffee during Bayram visits. Its firm, baked texture makes it easy to offer as a small sweet alongside a hot drink.

How should you store Sweet Bayram Kömbesi?

Store Sweet Bayram Kömbesi only after it has cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping out moisture helps preserve its texture; its exact shelf life depends on the recipe and storage conditions.

Can you freeze Sweet Bayram Kömbesi?

Yes, Sweet Bayram Kömbesi can be frozen once cool. Place the pieces in a sealed freezer-safe container, separating layers if needed, and thaw them at room temperature before serving.

Can you make Sweet Bayram Kömbesi with less sugar?

Yes, you can reduce the sugar in a homemade Sweet Bayram Kömbesi recipe. Since sugar also affects the dough’s texture and browning, make a modest reduction first rather than removing it entirely.

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

B3

0.66mg · 4% DV

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

B5

0.18mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Selenium

4.2µg · 8% DV

Sodium

132mg · 6% DV

Copper

0.05mg · 6% DV

Manganese

0.11mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

54mg · 2% DV

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

21
High

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

How to Burn Off Sweet Bayram Kömbesi

To burn the 252 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

62min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

26min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

34min

Cycling

🏊

29min

Swimming

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

What is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi?

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi is a celebratory baked pastry associated with Bayram in Turkey, particularly in Hatay and nearby areas. Its dough is generally made with flour, sugar and fat; home and regional recipes may add fragrant spices, and patterned moulds often give the pastries their distinctive appearance.

It is sweet, lightly crisp outside and softer within, and is commonly offered to guests with tea during Bayram visits. You can also serve it with coffee as a small treat. It is relatively energy-dense and mostly carbohydrate, so a modest piece works well alongside fruit or after a lighter meal.

How Nutritious Is Sweet Bayram Kömbesi?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 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

19/ 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 Sweet Bayram Kömbesi 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 Bayram Kömbesi 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 Sweet Bayram Kömbesi 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

Sweet Bayram Kömbesi Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.7g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.78g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.