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Turkey Tirilece Calories
Chicken-based milky syrup dessert, mix of protein and carbs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Turkey Tirilece (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Turkey Tirilece Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
216
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
7.8g
· 16% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 15% · Fat 22%
Turkey Tirilece nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
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 Slice of Turkey Tirilece?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 slice (jumbo) | 250 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkey Tirilece
What is Turkey Tirilece?
Turkey Tirilece is a chicken-based milk-syrup dessert: a cake-style sweet combined with a milky layer containing chicken. The name can be confusing in English, but this dessert is made with chicken, not turkey meat.
Why is chicken used in Turkey Tirilece?
Chicken is used to give Turkey Tirilece the fine, tender texture associated with Turkish tavuk göğsü desserts. When cooked breast is separated into very thin fibers, it blends into the milky layer rather than tasting like a savory filling.
Does Turkey Tirilece taste like chicken?
No, a well-made Turkey Tirilece should not have a strong chicken flavor. The chicken is cooked and shredded finely, so it mainly contributes texture to the sweet milk mixture.
Is Turkey Tirilece the same as tres leches cake?
No. Tres leches cake is soaked in a mixture of three milks, while Turkey Tirilece also includes a chicken-containing milky component. Recipes vary, but the chicken element is the defining difference.
Is Turkey Tirilece a traditional Turkish dessert?
Turkey Tirilece is best understood as a modern-style combination rather than a widely established regional classic. It draws on the Turkish chicken dessert tavuk göğsü and the milk-soaked cake style associated with tirileçe.
What ingredients are usually in Turkey Tirilece?
Turkey Tirilece commonly combines cake, milk, sugar, and cooked chicken breast; some versions also use a topping or sauce. Exact recipes differ, so the chicken is the ingredient that most clearly distinguishes it from ordinary tirileçe.
How should Turkey Tirilece be served?
Serve Turkey Tirilece chilled, after it has had time to set and absorb the milk mixture. Cut it into slices with a clean knife; a little caramel or another sweet topping may be served with versions that include it.
Can you make Turkey Tirilece without chicken?
Yes, but without chicken it is no longer the chicken-based version of Turkey Tirilece. You can make a milk-soaked cake instead, though its texture and defining connection to tavuk göğsü will be different.
How do you keep Turkey Tirilece from becoming soggy?
To keep Turkey Tirilece from becoming soggy, add the milk mixture gradually and let the cake absorb it before adding more. Use a cake that can hold moisture, and chill the assembled dessert so its layers set.
Can Turkey Tirilece be frozen?
Turkey Tirilece can be frozen, but its texture may suffer after thawing. The milk layer can separate or release liquid and the cake may turn soft, so chilling it in the refrigerator is usually better.
Turkey Tirilece Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Calcium
78mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.6mg · 5% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
114mg · 3% DV
Turkey Tirilece Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkey Tirilece
To burn the 216 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 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 Turkey Tirilece?
Tavuk Tirilece is a Turkish-style, milk-syrup-soaked cake made with chicken. Although the name on this page says “Turkey Tirilece,” the Turkish name refers to chicken, not turkey. Its soft, moist texture comes from the milky soak, while the chicken gives this sweet a distinctive, more substantial character. It is usually served chilled in slices, as a dessert or alongside tea.
The cake combines carbohydrates with some protein, but it is still best enjoyed as a sweet rather than treated as a protein dish. A modest slice pairs well with fresh fruit or unsweetened tea; using a lighter hand with any caramel topping keeps the serving less rich.
How Nutritious Is Turkey Tirilece?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Turkey Tirilece 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 Turkey Tirilece Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkey Tirilece Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Turkey Tirilece Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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