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A thin, golden, crisp square pastry with visible layers, filled with pale cream and finely chopped green pistachios, cut into pieces and served on a plate.

Tahta Katmer Calories

Traditional Turkish dessert, thinly rolled dough filled with sugar, butter, and pistachios.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

410kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Tahta Katmer (90 g) has 369 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Tahta Katmer Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

369

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

46.8g

· 17% DV

Protein

5.4g

· 11% DV

Fat

18g

· 23% DV

Fiber

2.3g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%

Tahta Katmer nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories369 kcal
Total fat18 g23%
Saturated fat7.65 g38%
Trans fat0.18 g
Sodium189 mg8%
Total carbohydrate46.8 g17%
Fiber2.3 g8%
Protein5.4 g11%

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 Tahta Katmer?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g369 kcal
½ piece (half)45 g185 kcal
1 slice (thin)45 g185 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g246 kcal
1 slice (thick)65 g267 kcal
100 g100 g410 kcal
1 piece (large)130 g533 kcal
2 piece (double)180 g738 kcal

Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tahta Katmer

What is Tahta Katmer made of?

Tahta Katmer is a traditional Turkish sweet made with thinly rolled dough filled with sugar, butter and pistachios. It is classified as a processed food, even though a traditional homemade version can use familiar, basic ingredients.

How is Tahta Katmer traditionally made?

To make Tahta Katmer, the dough is rolled very thin, filled with sugar, butter and pistachios, then folded around the filling and cooked. Sealing the edges and cooking until golden help keep the filling inside and the pastry crisp.

How is Tahta Katmer different from Antep katmer?

Tahta Katmer uses thin dough filled with sugar, butter and pistachios. Antep katmer is commonly made with kaymak, a thick Turkish clotted cream, and has its own folding and serving style; recipes can vary between cooks.

Can you make Tahta Katmer with store-bought filo pastry?

Yes, you can use store-bought filo for a quicker Tahta Katmer, but the layers may be more delicate and crisp differently from freshly rolled dough. Keep the sheets covered while assembling so they do not dry out.

How do you stop Tahta Katmer from becoming soggy?

Serve Tahta Katmer soon after cooking and let it rest briefly on a rack rather than leaving it covered while hot. Trapped steam softens the thin pastry, while a rack lets moisture escape from underneath.

Can Tahta Katmer be prepared ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble Tahta Katmer ahead and cook it closer to serving time. Keep the uncooked pieces covered in the refrigerator so the dough does not dry out, and avoid stacking them where the filling can press through.

Is Tahta Katmer eaten for breakfast or as dessert?

Tahta Katmer is a sweet pastry that works as dessert or as a special breakfast treat. Serve it warm in a modest piece, since its buttery, sugary filling makes it rich alongside a full meal.

What goes well with Tahta Katmer?

Plain Turkish tea or unsweetened Turkish coffee pairs well with Tahta Katmer and balances its sweet, buttery filling. Fresh fruit can also make a lighter accompaniment without competing with the pistachio flavor.

How should leftover Tahta Katmer be stored?

Cool leftover Tahta Katmer completely, then place it in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot for short-term storage. The pastry gradually loses its crispness, so freezing is a better option if you need to keep it longer.

Can Tahta Katmer be frozen and reheated?

Yes, Tahta Katmer can be frozen in a sealed container once fully cool. Reheat it from thawed in a low oven or pan to bring back some crispness; microwaving is quicker but tends to soften the pastry.

Tahta Katmer Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

Biotin

2.7µg · 9% DV

Vitamin A

72µg · 8% DV

B3

1.08mg · 7% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.16mg · 18% DV

Manganese

0.21mg · 9% DV

Phosphorus

61mg · 9% DV

Sodium

189mg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

99mg · 3% DV

Tahta Katmer Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

30.6
High

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

How to Burn Off Tahta Katmer

To burn the 369 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

91min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

38min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

50min

Cycling

🏊

43min

Swimming

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

What is Tahta Katmer?

Tahta katmer is a traditional Turkish sweet made from thinly rolled dough folded around sugar, butter and pistachios, then cooked until golden. Its delicate layers turn crisp on the outside and soft within, with a rich buttery taste balanced by the pistachios. It is associated with Gaziantep and the wider tradition of Turkish katmer.

Serve it warm as a dessert or share a piece with tea; in Turkey, katmer is also enjoyed as a substantial breakfast treat. It is energy-dense, with much of its nourishment coming from the dough, butter and sugar rather than protein or fibre. A smaller portion alongside unsweetened tea makes a less rich treat.

How Nutritious Is Tahta Katmer?

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

22/ 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 Tahta Katmer 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 Tahta Katmer Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Tahta Katmer Good For?

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

Tahta Katmer Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.65g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.48g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.89g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 21.6:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (21.6:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.