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Short, ridged golden-brown pastry pieces are arranged on a plate, their surfaces glossy with clear syrup and lightly pooled syrup visible around them.

Tulumva dessert Calories

Crispy deep-fried dough dessert soaked in syrup

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CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

45mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

2 piece (medium) of Tulumva dessert (70 g) has 259 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.5 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Tulumva dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 70 g

259

KCAL / 70G

Carbs

38.5g

· 14% DV

Protein

3.2g

· 6% DV

Fat

10.5g

· 13% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%

Tulumva dessert nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (70 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories259 kcal
Total fat10.5 g13%
Saturated fat1.96 g10%
Trans fat0.07 g
Sodium84 mg4%
Total carbohydrate38.5 g14%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein3.2 g6%

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 2 Pieces of Tulumva dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
2 piece (medium)70 g259 kcal
1 piece (small)35 g130 kcal
1 piece (thick)50 g185 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g370 kcal
3 piece (large)105 g389 kcal
4 piece (jumbo)140 g518 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tulumva dessert

What is Tulumva dessert made of?

Tulumva dessert is made from piped dough that is deep-fried until crisp and then soaked in sugar syrup. Its ridged shape helps give it a crunchy outside, while the syrup sweetens the inside.

How is Tulumva dessert traditionally served?

Tulumva dessert is usually served at room temperature after the fried dough has absorbed syrup. It is commonly offered as a small sweet with tea or coffee, rather than served as a warm plated pudding.

Where does Tulumva dessert come from?

Tulumva dessert belongs to the family of syrup-soaked fried sweets associated with Turkish and Ottoman-influenced cuisines. Related versions are popular across the Balkans and Middle East, so it is not tied exclusively to one modern region.

Is Tulumva dessert the same as churros?

No. Tulumva dessert is soaked in sugar syrup after frying, while churros are more often rolled in sugar or served with a dip. Their piped, ridged shapes are similar, but the syrup-soaked finish makes Tulumva distinctly different.

Why does Tulumva dessert turn soggy?

Tulumva dessert can turn soggy if it sits in syrup too long or is stored in a humid, sealed environment while still warm. Let excess syrup drain and serve it soon after soaking for a crisper texture.

Why does Tulumva dessert absorb syrup unevenly?

Tulumva dessert may absorb syrup unevenly if the fried pieces vary greatly in size or the syrup is too thick. Keep the pieces similar in size and use syrup that has cooled and remains pourable.

Can you reheat Tulumva dessert?

Yes, you can briefly warm Tulumva dessert in an oven, but reheating will not restore the original crispness once the syrup has softened the dough. Avoid microwaving it, which tends to make the coating softer.

Is Tulumva dessert similar to lokma?

They are both fried Turkish sweets finished with syrup, but Tulumva dessert is typically piped into ridged pieces, whereas lokma is made as rounded dough balls. That difference gives them distinct shapes and textures.

Can Tulumva dessert be made without a piping bag?

Yes, a sturdy plastic bag with a small corner snipped off can pipe Tulumva dessert dough if you do not have a piping bag. The ridges may be less defined, but the dough can still be fried and soaked in syrup.

How do you keep Tulumva dessert crisp after frying?

To keep Tulumva dessert as crisp as possible, add the hot fried pieces to cooled syrup for only a short soak, then let excess syrup drain. Serve it soon, since the syrup gradually softens the crust.

Tulumva dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

1.05µg · 4% DV

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

B3

0.35mg · 2% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Sodium

84mg · 4% DV

Phosphorus

25mg · 4% DV

Iron

0.49mg · 3% DV

Selenium

1.4µg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

31mg · 1% DV

Tulumva dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

28.7
High

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

How to Burn Off Tulumva dessert

To burn the 259 calories in 2 piece (medium) (70 g):

🚶

64min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

26min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

35min

Cycling

🏊

30min

Swimming

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

What is Tulumva dessert?

Tulumva dessert is made from piped dough that is deep-fried until crisp, then soaked in syrup. It has a crunchy exterior and a softer, syrupy centre, and is associated with Turkish sweet-making. In Turkey, it is commonly bought from sweet shops or bakeries and served as a treat with tea or coffee, often shared after a meal or at celebrations. Elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert alongside unsweetened tea.

The syrup and frying make it energy-dense, with carbohydrates and fat as its main nutritional features. If you prefer a lighter finish, share a piece or choose a smaller serving rather than pairing it with another sweet.

How Nutritious Is Tulumva dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 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

16/ 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 Tulumva dessert Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Tulumva dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Tulumva 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

Tulumva dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.96g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.57g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.17g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 154:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (154:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.