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Traditional Turkish delight with hazelnut paste filling; high in sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste (22 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 395 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.5 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 22 g
87
KCAL / 22G
Carbs
17.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% 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 80% · Protein 4% · Fat 16%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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) | 22 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 138 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 44 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 237 kcal |
| 4 piece (whole) | 88 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 356 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 395 kcal |
Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste combines a chewy, starch-and-sugar-based lokum with a hazelnut paste centre. Recipes vary: the outside may be dusted with icing sugar, while the filling can differ in texture and hazelnut content.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste is made by cooking a sugar-and-starch lokum mixture, letting it set, and adding hazelnut paste as a centre or filling. The filling method varies, but the hazelnut paste distinguishes it from plain lokum.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste has a nutty centre and a richer, creamier contrast to the chewy lokum around it. Plain Turkish delight has no hazelnut paste filling, though it may come in other flavours or coatings.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste is often served in small pieces with Turkish coffee or unsweetened tea. The filling is already rich and sweet, so a plain drink pairs well without adding another strong flavour.
Keep Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make its surface sticky and affect the sugar coating, while sealing the container helps protect the filling from air.
There is no single shelf life for Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste because recipes, packaging, and storage conditions differ. Follow the date on the package, and discard it if you notice mould, an off smell, or a clear change in taste.
Yes, Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste can be frozen, although thawing may change its chewy texture or coating. Seal it in an airtight container, thaw it slowly in the refrigerator, and avoid freezing it again after thawing.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste can become sticky when it absorbs moisture, especially if left uncovered in a humid place. Store it in a dry, sealed container; slight stickiness alone does not mean it has spoiled.
People with diabetes should treat Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste as a sugary sweet that can raise blood glucose. Suitable portions depend on an individual’s care plan, so ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your meals.
Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste contains a hazelnut paste filling, but it does not necessarily contain whole hazelnuts or crunchy pieces. If you prefer a particular texture, check the product description or cut piece before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.24mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B3
0.15mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
17mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
6.16mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
Sodium
7.7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (medium) (22 g):
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Turkish delight filled with hazelnut paste combines the soft, chewy starch-and-sugar confection known as lokum with a rich nut filling. Lokum has a long history in Turkey and is often offered to guests or given as a gift. Its gentle, springy texture and pronounced sweetness contrast with the roasted, buttery taste of hazelnut. In Turkey, it commonly accompanies Turkish coffee or tea; elsewhere, it is also enjoyed as a small sweet with coffee or shared from a box after a meal. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-rich treat, so a modest piece works well when you want something sweet without serving a large dessert. Try it alongside unsweetened coffee or tea.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.