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Tulumba dessert Calories
Syrup-soaked fried pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tulumba dessert (35 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.5 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of Selenium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tulumba dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
128
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
20.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 5% · Fat 31%
Tulumba dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.09 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 49 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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 Tulumba dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 183 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 548 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 803 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tulumba dessert
What is Tulumba dessert?
Tulumba dessert is a ridged, deep-fried pastry that is soaked in sugar syrup. It is crisp outside and softer within, and is popular in Turkey as well as parts of the Balkans and the eastern Mediterranean.
What is Tulumba dessert made of?
Tulumba dessert is made from a cooked dough usually containing flour, water, and eggs, then fried and soaked in syrup. A piping bag with a star-shaped nozzle gives the pastry its characteristic ridges.
How is Tulumba dessert made?
Tulumba dessert is made by piping cooled dough into hot oil, frying the pieces until golden, and dipping them in syrup. Many recipes use chilled syrup with freshly fried pastry so the syrup soaks in without immediately softening the ridged exterior.
Is Tulumba dessert the same as churros?
No, Tulumba dessert is not the same as churros. Both are ridged fried dough, but tulumba is soaked in syrup, while churros are more commonly served with a separate dipping sauce or coated with sugar.
Where does Tulumba dessert come from?
Tulumba dessert is strongly associated with Turkish and Ottoman cuisine and is also popular across the Balkans. Similar syrup-soaked fried pastries exist in neighboring regions, so its exact origin is not easily assigned to one place.
Why is my Tulumba dessert not crispy?
Tulumba dessert loses its crispness if it sits in syrup too long or is stored covered while still warm. Let excess syrup drain and serve it soon after soaking; moisture trapped in a closed container also softens the ridged shell.
Should the syrup for Tulumba dessert be hot or cold?
For the common method, the syrup for Tulumba dessert is cold when the freshly fried pastry is dipped into it. Preparing the syrup first gives it time to cool and helps the pastry absorb it while retaining some crispness.
How should you store Tulumba dessert?
Store Tulumba dessert in a covered container in a cool, dry place, and eat it soon for the best texture. It softens as it sits in syrup, so refrigeration or reheating may not restore the crisp exterior.
Can you make Tulumba dessert in an air fryer?
Yes, you can make Tulumba dessert in an air fryer, but it will not have quite the same texture as the traditionally deep-fried version. The pastry may be less crisp, and cooking time varies with the appliance and piece size.
How do you serve Tulumba dessert?
Tulumba dessert is served in small pieces, often after a meal or alongside unsweetened tea or coffee. Allow excess syrup to drain before serving; its sweet, syrupy flavor is usually rich enough that it does not need an additional sauce.
Tulumba dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.52µg · 2% DV
Folate
6.3µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.39mg · 2% DV
Sodium
49mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Tulumba dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tulumba dessert
To burn the 128 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tulumba dessert?
Tulumba dessert is made by piping a soft dough into ridged lengths, frying them until golden, then soaking them in syrup. It is popular in Turkey and across parts of the former Ottoman region. The outside is usually crisp, while the centre turns tender and syrupy; freshly made pieces may have a little crunch before the syrup softens them. It is commonly served after a meal or alongside tea, and is also a familiar choice for festive tables.
It is a sweet, energy-dense pastry with plenty of carbohydrates and little fibre; 100 g provides 365 calories. If you enjoy syrup-soaked desserts, a small piece pairs well with unsweetened tea, or can be shared as a lighter treat.
How Nutritious Is Tulumba dessert?
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 Tulumba dessert 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 Tulumba dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tulumba dessert 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
Tulumba dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.09g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.91g
Omega 6:3 ratio 84:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (84:1).
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