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Sweet Maraş pastry Calories
Sweet yeast-raised regional pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sweet Maraş pastry (90 g) has 335 calories. That works out to 372 calories per 100 g. It contains 52 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 17.1 µg of Selenium covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sweet Maraş pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
335
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
52g
· 19% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 9% · Fat 30%
Sweet Maraş pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 335 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.69 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 52 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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 Maraş pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 335 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 23 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 335 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 521 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 670 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 670 kcal |
Calculated from 372 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet Maraş pastry
What is Sweet Maraş pastry?
Sweet Maraş pastry is a regional Turkish baked good made with sweetened yeast dough and associated with Kahramanmaraş. Recipes and shapes vary, but it is generally enjoyed as a soft, mildly sweet pastry rather than as a filled dessert.
How is Sweet Maraş pastry traditionally made?
Sweet Maraş pastry is made by mixing and kneading yeast dough with sugar, letting it rise, shaping it, and baking it. Some recipes also use ingredients such as milk, eggs, or fat, so bakery versions may differ in richness and texture.
How is Sweet Maraş pastry different from savory Maraş çöreği?
Sweet Maraş pastry is made with sweetened dough, while savory Maraş çöreği is seasoned for a salty taste. They share a regional çörek tradition, but ingredients, toppings, and shapes can vary between bakeries and household recipes.
Is Sweet Maraş pastry a breakfast bread or a dessert?
Sweet Maraş pastry can be eaten at breakfast or as a snack, and it is not necessarily served as a formal dessert. Its mild sweetness makes it easy to pair with tea or milk without adding a sweet topping.
What do you serve with Sweet Maraş pastry?
Tea is a common, simple pairing for Sweet Maraş pastry, while milk also works well. You can serve it plain or add cheese for a sweet-and-salty contrast; serving it with jam is optional because the pastry is already sweet.
How do you keep Sweet Maraş pastry soft after baking?
Keep Sweet Maraş pastry in an airtight container once it has cooled. Avoid leaving it exposed to air, which dries the crumb; if it has gone a little firm, warming it briefly can make it more pleasant to eat.
Can you freeze Sweet Maraş pastry?
Yes, Sweet Maraş pastry can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap individual portions well to limit freezer exposure, then thaw them at room temperature. For the best texture, avoid freezing the pastry again after it has thawed.
Why did my homemade Sweet Maraş pastry turn out dense?
Homemade Sweet Maraş pastry can turn dense if the dough was too dry, the yeast was inactive, or the dough did not rise enough. Keep the dough soft and give it time to rise before baking rather than adding extra flour to make it easy to handle.
Does Sweet Maraş pastry contain a filling?
Usually, Sweet Maraş pastry is a sweetened yeast pastry rather than a filled pastry. Some bakeries or home recipes may add their own variation, so check the specific pastry if you are looking for a filling or particular flavor.
Can people with diabetes eat Sweet Maraş pastry?
Sweet Maraş pastry contains sweetened dough and can raise blood glucose. Whether and how much fits depends on your diabetes meal plan; ask your healthcare professional or dietitian for advice tailored to your treatment and meals.
Sweet Maraş pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.31mg · 26% DV
Biotin
6.3µg · 21% DV
B3
2.79mg · 17% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Iron
2.43mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
106mg · 3% DV
Sweet Maraş pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sweet Maraş pastry
To burn the 335 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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 Sweet Maraş pastry?
Sweet Maraş pastry is a regional Turkish bake from Kahramanmaraş, made with sweetened, yeast-raised dough enriched with fat. It bakes into a lightly browned exterior with a soft, bread-like crumb. Recipes vary, but its sweetness is gentle compared with syrup-soaked pastries, making it easy to enjoy as an everyday treat.
In its home region, it is commonly served at breakfast or alongside tea, and is often shared by slicing. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-rich pastry, with fat and some protein contributing to its satisfying texture. Pair a modest piece with unsweetened tea or coffee for a simple snack.
How Nutritious Is Sweet Maraş 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 Maraş 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 Maraş pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sweet Maraş 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 Maraş pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.69g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.2:1).
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