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Turkish Lokma Dessert Calories
Syrup-soaked fried dough dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
6 piece (medium) of Turkish Lokma Dessert (90 g) has 327 calories. That works out to 363 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.5 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 9.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 10.1 µg of Selenium covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 74 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Turkish Lokma Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 6 piece (medium) · 90 g
327
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
56.5g
· 21% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
9.8g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 4% · Fat 27%
Turkish Lokma Dessert nutrition facts table · 6 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 327 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.8 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
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 6 Pieces of Turkish Lokma Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 6 piece (medium) | 90 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 44 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 45 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 363 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 436 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 150 g | 545 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 653 kcal |
| 15 piece (extra large) | 225 g | 817 kcal |
Calculated from 363 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish Lokma Dessert
What is Turkish lokma dessert made of?
Turkish lokma dessert is made from a simple yeast-raised dough that is deep-fried and soaked in syrup. Recipes commonly use flour, water, yeast, and sometimes egg; the finished bites may be served plain or with toppings.
Is Turkish lokma dessert the same as Greek loukoumades?
No, Turkish lokma dessert and Greek loukoumades are closely related fried-dough sweets, but they are not always served the same way. Turkish lokma is commonly soaked in sugar syrup, while loukoumades are often finished with honey, cinnamon, or nuts.
Why is Turkish lokma dessert handed out for free in Turkey?
Turkish lokma dessert is often distributed freely as a charitable act, to mark a remembrance, or to share joy after a wish is fulfilled. People may arrange a mobile lokma stand to prepare and hand out portions to passersby.
How is Turkish lokma dessert different from tulumba?
Turkish lokma dessert is usually made as small round or ring-shaped dough pieces, while tulumba is piped into longer ridged shapes. Both are fried and soaked in syrup, but their shapes and textures are noticeably different.
Where did Turkish lokma dessert come from?
Turkish lokma dessert is strongly associated with Ottoman cooking and became a familiar sweet across Turkey. Similar fried-dough desserts appear across the eastern Mediterranean and Middle East, so its broader culinary history is shared across regions.
Why does Turkish lokma dessert turn soggy?
Turkish lokma dessert turns soggy because the fried dough absorbs syrup and softens as it sits. For a crisper bite, serve it soon after dipping and avoid leaving the pieces submerged in syrup or piled in a deep dish.
Can you make Turkish lokma dessert without yeast?
Yes, you can make a quicker version of Turkish lokma dessert with a chemical leavener, but the texture will differ from the traditional yeast-raised version. Yeast gives the dough time to develop its characteristic light, airy interior.
Can Turkish lokma dessert be made in an air fryer?
Not in the traditional way: Turkish lokma dessert is deep-fried, which gives it its characteristic browned exterior. An air fryer can cook dough bites with less oil, but the result will have a different texture and will not absorb syrup in quite the same way.
How do you keep Turkish lokma dessert crispy after adding syrup?
You cannot keep syrup-soaked Turkish lokma dessert crisp for long, because the syrup gradually softens the fried dough. Dip small batches shortly before serving and let excess syrup drain instead of storing the pieces in a pool of it.
Can Turkish lokma dessert be frozen?
Turkish lokma dessert can be frozen, but thawing usually makes the syrup-soaked pieces soft. For a better texture, freeze fried lokma before adding syrup, re-crisp them after thawing, and dip them in syrup just before serving.
Turkish Lokma Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.53mg · 10% DV
Folate
37.8µg · 9% DV
B3
1.26mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.53mg · 9% DV
Sodium
185mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
62mg · 2% DV
Turkish Lokma Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish Lokma Dessert
To burn the 327 calories in 6 piece (medium) (90 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 Turkish Lokma Dessert?
Turkish lokma dessert is made by frying small pieces of yeast-raised dough, then soaking them in syrup. It is a familiar Turkish sweet, often handed out at celebrations and community gatherings. The outside can be lightly crisp, while the airy centre absorbs the syrup and turns tender and glossy.
Lokma is usually best soon after frying, served warm or at room temperature. In Turkey it is commonly offered in small portions with tea or coffee; elsewhere, it works well as a shareable dessert after a meal. Its carbohydrate content is high, so a few pieces can make a satisfying sweet bite. Keep the serving modest and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Turkish Lokma 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 Lokma 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 Lokma Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish Lokma 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
Turkish Lokma Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 76.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (76.5:1).
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