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Turkish katmer dessert Calories
Traditional thin pastry dessert with pistachio and sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Turkish katmer dessert (120 g) has 516 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 54 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 28.8 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Turkish katmer dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
516
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
54g
· 20% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
28.8g
· 37% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 8% · Fat 50%
Turkish katmer dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 516 kcal | |
| Total fat | 28.8 g | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 9.84 g | 49% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 Turkish katmer dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 774 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 1032 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish katmer dessert
What does Turkish katmer dessert taste like?
Turkish katmer dessert tastes buttery, sweet and nutty, with crisp pastry around a softer filling. Pistachio gives it a fragrant, slightly earthy flavour, while the thin folded layers make its texture quite different from a cake or pudding.
Is Turkish katmer dessert the same as baklava?
No, Turkish katmer dessert is not the same as baklava. Both may use thin pastry and pistachios, but katmer is typically folded around its filling and served as a single pastry, while baklava is layered and cut into pieces.
How is Turkish katmer dessert traditionally served?
Turkish katmer dessert is usually served freshly cooked, while the pastry is still crisp and the filling warm. In Gaziantep, katmer is also associated with breakfast, so it is not reserved only for after-dinner dessert.
Does Turkish katmer dessert contain kaymak?
Often, yes: many Turkish katmer dessert recipes include kaymak, a rich Turkish clotted cream, along with pistachios and sugar. Recipes vary, though, so kaymak is common rather than guaranteed in every shop or homemade version.
Where did Turkish katmer dessert originate?
Turkish katmer dessert is strongly associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Türkiye. The city is especially known for its pistachio-based cuisine, and its katmer tradition is a well-known local way of preparing and serving the folded pastry.
Why is Turkish katmer dessert folded?
Turkish katmer dessert is folded to enclose its pistachio-and-sugar filling and create crisp layers as the pastry cooks. Folding also helps keep the filling inside, rather than leaving it exposed on the cooking surface.
Can you make Turkish katmer dessert at home?
Yes, you can make Turkish katmer dessert at home with very thinly stretched pastry, pistachios, sugar and, in many recipes, kaymak or butter. The trickiest step is stretching the dough thin without tearing it; cook the folded pastry until crisp and golden.
How do you keep Turkish katmer dessert crispy?
Serve Turkish katmer dessert soon after cooking to keep its pastry crisp. If it has cooled, reheat it briefly in a dry pan or oven; storing it covered while still warm traps steam and makes the layers soften.
Can Turkish katmer dessert be frozen?
Turkish katmer dessert can be frozen, but its texture may suffer after thawing because the filling can make the pastry damp. For the crispiest result, freeze it before cooking if the recipe allows, then cook it from frozen according to the pastry recipe.
What goes well with Turkish katmer dessert?
Turkish katmer dessert pairs well with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee, which balance its sweet, buttery filling. Fresh fruit can also make a lighter accompaniment, while adding another rich dessert may overwhelm the pistachio flavour.
Turkish katmer dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.28mg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
114µg · 13% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.54mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Turkish katmer dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish katmer dessert
To burn the 516 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Turkish katmer dessert?
Turkish katmer dessert is associated especially with Gaziantep, where thinly stretched pastry is folded around pistachios, sugar and usually kaymak, a thick clotted cream, then cooked with butter. Its layers turn crisp and golden while the filling stays soft, rich and fragrant with nuts.
In Gaziantep, katmer is enjoyed at breakfast as well as for dessert; elsewhere in Turkey it is often served warm as a sweet treat, with tea or Turkish coffee. It is rich in energy, with much of its substance coming from pastry, butter and sugar. A smaller piece or a serving shared after a meal lets you enjoy its crisp texture and pistachio filling without making it the whole occasion.
How Nutritious Is Turkish katmer 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 Turkish katmer 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 Turkish katmer dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish katmer dessert Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Turkish katmer dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
9.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 96:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (96:1).
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