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Syrup-soaked phyllo pastry filled with custard
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
300
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0%
Protein
0g
· 0%
Fat
0g
· 100%
Fiber
0g
Vitamins
Biotin
5.1µg · 17% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13.8µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Calcium
104mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
7.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42.5:1).
Its crisp exterior comes from thin pastry layers separated with fat and baked at high heat. After syrup is added, the inner layers soften while the surface may retain some crunch.
It can be served at room temperature or slightly chilled. Plain Turkish coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with it and helps balance the rich syrupy sweetness.
Yes, keep it in a covered container in the refrigerator for safer storage. Refrigeration can soften the pastry layers, so it is best eaten relatively soon.
It can be frozen after baking and soaking in syrup, but the pastry will usually be softer after thawing. For the best texture, it is preferable to enjoy it fresh or after short-term storage.
It can become soggy when the syrup and pastry are combined at unsuitable temperatures or when it sits too long. Proper syrup temperature and storage help preserve the layered texture.
Both are syrup-soaked pastries made with thin dough, but Thessaloniki Triangle Pastry is typically shaped into triangles and may have a different filling or layer arrangement. Baklava is more commonly associated with many stacked layers and nut fillings such as pistachio or walnut.
Many people find syrup-soaked layered pastries richer and more filling than milk-based desserts. A small serving may feel more comfortable, especially after a substantial meal.
It is commonly enjoyed as a small dessert after a meal. Eating a syrupy pastry on an empty stomach may feel overly sweet or uncomfortable for some people.
No. Unsweetened coffee can make the dessert taste less sweet, but it does not remove the sugar or cancel its effect on the body.
Anyone with gluten, egg, or dairy allergy should avoid it. People managing blood sugar or those who experience digestive discomfort after syrupy desserts should also be mindful of portion size and frequency.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.