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Syrupy, sweet, crisp pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Syrup-soaked kadayıf roll (45 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.3 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
185
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
26.3g
· 10% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 6% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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 | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 267 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 554 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 738 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A syrup-soaked kadayıf roll is a Turkish dessert made by wrapping shredded kadayıf pastry around a nut filling, cooking it until crisp, and soaking it in sugar syrup. It is commonly finished with crushed pistachios or walnuts.
To make a syrup-soaked kadayıf roll, wrap butter-coated strands of kadayıf around chopped nuts, then bake or fry the rolls until golden. Pour cooled syrup over the hot rolls so they absorb sweetness without becoming as soggy.
A syrup-soaked kadayıf roll is most often filled with chopped walnuts or pistachios. The exact filling varies by recipe, and some versions add spices such as cinnamon, but the crisp shredded pastry and syrup remain its defining features.
No, a syrup-soaked kadayıf roll is shaped around a filling, while kunafa is usually assembled in layers or as a pastry crust, often with cheese or cream. Both use shredded kadayıf-style pastry and syrup, but their shapes and fillings differ.
A syrup-soaked kadayıf roll can be baked or fried, depending on the recipe. Baking uses less added oil, while frying gives the pastry a deeply browned, crisp exterior; either way, the cooked roll is finished with syrup.
For a crisp syrup-soaked kadayıf roll, cook the pastry until evenly golden and pour cooled syrup over the hot rolls in moderation. Let excess syrup drain rather than leaving the rolls submerged, and serve them soon after preparation.
Yes, you can shape syrup-soaked kadayıf rolls ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator before cooking. For the best texture, bake or fry them and add the syrup close to serving time, since soaking in advance softens the pastry.
A syrup-soaked kadayıf roll is often served with crushed pistachios or walnuts and can be paired with kaymak, Turkish clotted cream, or plain ice cream. Unsweetened tea or coffee also balances its rich, sugary taste.
Store a syrup-soaked kadayıf roll covered in a cool, dry place and eat it soon for the best texture. Reheat it briefly in an oven to revive some crispness; refrigeration tends to make the pastry softer.
People with diabetes should be cautious with a syrup-soaked kadayıf roll because its syrup and pastry can raise blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on individual glucose targets and treatment, so ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.5mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.81µg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
2.93µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.24µg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
35mg · 5% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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A syrup-soaked kadayıf roll is a Turkish dessert made by wrapping fine, thread-like kadayıf pastry—often around walnuts or pistachios—then baking it and soaking it in syrup. The pastry turns crisp and golden on the outside, while the syrup softens the strands and the nut filling adds a toasted, crunchy contrast.
In Turkey, it is served as a sweet course, often with tea or Turkish coffee and at festive meals. Its syrup and pastry make it an energy-dense treat, with 410 calories per 100 g. A smaller piece alongside unsweetened tea is an easy way to enjoy its rich sweetness without making it the centre of a meal.
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Low
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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
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 140:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (140:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.