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Tray katmer Calories
Layered tray pastry dessert, typically syrup-soaked
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tray katmer (120 g) has 494 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.4 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 24.1 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Selenium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tray katmer Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
494
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
63.4g
· 23% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
24.1g
· 31% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
Tray katmer nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 494 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.1 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 10.44 g | 52% |
| Trans fat | 0.34 g | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.7 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 Tray katmer?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 90 g | 371 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 618 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 742 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 1030 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tray katmer
What is tray katmer?
Tray katmer is a layered Turkish pastry baked in a pan, often with butter and a filling, then soaked with syrup. It is different from the individually folded katmer cooked on a griddle, though recipes and fillings vary by region.
How is tray katmer made?
To make tray katmer, thin layers of dough are brushed with fat, arranged in a baking tray and layered with a chosen filling. The pastry is baked until golden; syrup is poured over it in many versions after baking.
What is the difference between tray katmer and Gaziantep katmer?
Tray katmer is baked as stacked layers in a pan, while the well-known Gaziantep-style katmer is usually folded around clotted cream, pistachios and sugar and cooked individually on a griddle. Their names overlap, but their shapes and methods differ.
What is tray katmer filled with?
Tray katmer can contain walnuts, pistachios, tahini or sugar, depending on the recipe and region. Butter or another fat separates and enriches the dough layers; some versions are syrup-soaked, while others are made with less or no syrup.
Where does tray katmer come from?
Tray katmer is made in different parts of Turkey, and there is no single standardized regional recipe for the name. It should not automatically be identified with Gaziantep’s griddle-cooked katmer, which has its own familiar preparation and filling.
Should the syrup for tray katmer be hot or cold?
Many tray katmer recipes use cooled or lukewarm syrup poured over the pastry while it is hot from the oven. The temperature contrast helps the baked layers absorb the syrup; follow the particular recipe if it specifies a different method.
Why does tray katmer turn soggy?
Tray katmer can turn soggy if it is underbaked, covered while still hot, or given more syrup than its layers can absorb. Bake it until thoroughly golden and add only the syrup amount specified for that recipe.
How do you keep tray katmer crisp?
For crisper tray katmer, roll the dough evenly, use a measured amount of fat between the layers and bake until well browned. Syrup softens pastry, so add it sparingly or serve it separately if your recipe allows.
How should tray katmer be served?
Serve tray katmer cut into portions after the syrup has had time to soak in. Crushed pistachios or walnuts make a fitting topping, depending on the filling, and tea or coffee is a common accompaniment.
How long does tray katmer keep, and can you reheat it?
Store leftover tray katmer covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Reheat a portion briefly in the oven for a better texture than microwaving, but syrup-soaked layers may not become as crisp as freshly baked pastry.
Tray katmer Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
115.2µg · 13% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
89mg · 13% DV
Iron
2.28mg · 13% DV
Sodium
282mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Tray katmer Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tray katmer
To burn the 494 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Tray katmer?
Tray katmer is a Turkish tray-baked pastry dessert made by layering thin dough and sweetening it with syrup. Katmer has regional variations, and the tray version is convenient to cut into portions for sharing. It is related to the best-known katmer traditions of southeastern Turkey, where layered pastries are enjoyed as a treat.
The soft, layered centre contrasts with a lightly crisp top, while the syrup gives each slice its sweetness. It is typically served after a meal or on special occasions, with Turkish coffee or unsweetened tea. Made with pastry, fat and syrup, tray katmer is energy-dense but relatively modest in protein and fibre. A small slice is an easy way to enjoy it; serving it after a lighter meal can keep the overall spread balanced.
How Nutritious Is Tray katmer?
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 Tray 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 Tray katmer Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tray katmer 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
Tray katmer Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 69.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (69.6:1).
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