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Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Tulum dessert (85 g) has 325 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 49.9 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 7.7 µg of Selenium covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
325
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
49.9g
· 18% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 6% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 325 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.17 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
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) | 85 g | 325 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 21 g | 80 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 42.5 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 172 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 497 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 170 g | 649 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 255 g | 974 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Tulum dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry sweet. Recipes can differ in shape and preparation, but the defining feature is pastry paired with syrup, giving it a sweet, tender texture.
Usually, no. Tulum dessert is generally made with pastry and syrup, not tulum cheese; the name alone does not mean that cheese is an ingredient. Check a specific recipe for local variations.
Not necessarily. Both are Turkish syrup-soaked pastry sweets, but their names do not guarantee the same recipe. Shape, dough preparation, and regional methods can differ, so treat them as related rather than interchangeable.
Tulum dessert tastes sweet and syrupy, with a pastry flavor and a texture that may be crisp outside and softer inside. The exact balance depends on how the pastry is cooked and how much syrup it absorbs.
Tulum dessert is made by preparing pastry dough, cooking it according to the recipe, and combining it with syrup. Recipes vary, so follow the directions for shaping and for whether the pastry or syrup should be warm.
Tulum dessert can turn soggy if it absorbs too much syrup or if the pastry and syrup are combined at the wrong stage. Avoid leaving it immersed longer than the recipe recommends, and add syrup close to serving.
Store Tulum dessert in a covered container in a cool place and eat it promptly, since syrup-soaked pastry tends to soften over time. In warm conditions, refrigerate it and let it come to room temperature before serving.
You can freeze Tulum dessert, but its texture may change as the syrup and pastry thaw. Freeze it in an airtight container, then thaw it in the refrigerator; a brief oven warming may improve the texture.
Tulum dessert pairs well with unsweetened Turkish tea or coffee, which balances its syrupy sweetness. Serve it on its own or as a small dessert after a meal rather than adding extra syrup.
Tulum dessert contains syrup and can raise blood glucose, so people with diabetes should consider portion size and their individual meal plan. Ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your care plan.
Vitamins
Biotin
2.55µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
69.7µg · 8% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.65µg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
61mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
143mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
73mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tulum dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, made by frying dough and then coating it in syrup. Recipes and shapes vary by region, but it is typically crisp on the outside and soft, sweet and syrupy within.
In Turkey, it is commonly served after a meal, and also makes a rich accompaniment to tea or coffee. Its energy comes largely from carbohydrates and fat, while it provides little fibre; 100 g contains 382 calories. Since it is quite sweet and filling, a smaller piece with unsweetened tea is an easy way to enjoy it without making the serving feel too heavy.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 59.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (59.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.