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Turkish Lokum Poğaça Calories
Soft yeasted savory pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Turkish Lokum Poğaça (70 g) has 255 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.9 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 11.8 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 14 µg of Selenium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Turkish Lokum Poğaça Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
255
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
31.9g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.7g
· 11% DV
Fat
11.8g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 9% · Fat 41%
Turkish Lokum Poğaça nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 255 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.8 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.27 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 357 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
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 Lokum Poğaça?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 130 g | 475 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 511 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 548 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 210 g | 767 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish Lokum Poğaça
What is Turkish Lokum Poğaça?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça is a soft, yeast-raised Turkish pastry, usually made in small portions. It may be served plain or filled, and recipes vary; the word “lokum” usually refers to its tender texture, not to Turkish delight as an ingredient.
Does Turkish Lokum Poğaça contain Turkish delight?
Usually, no. Turkish Lokum Poğaça is a savory pastry, and “lokum” generally describes its soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Some versions are plain, while others use familiar poğaça fillings such as cheese, potato, or olives.
How is Turkish Lokum Poğaça different from regular poğaça?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça is typically shaped into small, especially soft pieces, while poğaça covers a broad range of shapes and textures. The names are not governed by one standard recipe, so the distinction varies between bakers and regions.
What fillings are used in Turkish Lokum Poğaça?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça may be filled with cheese, potato, or olives, or baked without a filling. There is no single required filling, so check the recipe’s shaping instructions to see whether the dough is wrapped around a center or left plain.
How should Turkish Lokum Poğaça be served?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça is best served warm or at room temperature, often with tea as part of a Turkish breakfast or snack. It also works alongside olives, cheese, and fresh vegetables; plain versions can be split and filled at the table.
How do you keep Turkish Lokum Poğaça soft?
Keep Turkish Lokum Poğaça soft by adding flour gradually rather than making the dough stiff, allowing it time to rise, and avoiding overbaking. Once cool, store the pastries in an airtight container so they lose moisture more slowly.
Can you prepare Turkish Lokum Poğaça dough the night before?
Yes, you can prepare Turkish Lokum Poğaça dough ahead and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator, covered. Bring it out in time to shape and bake; the exact timing depends on the recipe and how quickly the chilled dough warms.
Can Turkish Lokum Poğaça be frozen?
Yes, Turkish Lokum Poğaça freezes well after baking and cooling. Pack the pieces airtight, then thaw them before serving and warm them briefly in the oven. Freezing individual portions makes it easier to take out only what you need.
How long does Turkish Lokum Poğaça stay fresh?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça is best within a day or two when kept in an airtight container at room temperature. If it has a perishable filling such as cheese, refrigerate it instead and warm it briefly before serving.
Why did my Turkish Lokum Poğaça turn out dense?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça can turn dense if the dough was made too stiff with extra flour, did not rise enough, or was handled roughly after rising. Keep the dough soft, give it time to expand, and shape it gently before baking.
Turkish Lokum Poğaça Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.27mg · 23% DV
Biotin
5.25µg · 18% DV
Folate
64.4µg · 16% DV
B3
2.38mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Sodium
357mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Turkish Lokum Poğaça Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish Lokum Poğaça
To burn the 255 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 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 Lokum Poğaça?
Turkish Lokum Poğaça is a soft, yeasted Turkish pastry; “lokum” evokes its tender, fluffy texture. Recipes vary: it may be plain or have a savoury filling such as cheese, and it is usually baked until lightly golden outside while staying soft within.
In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed at breakfast or with tea as a snack, and it also suits a simple packed lunch. The pastry is filling, with much of its energy coming from carbohydrate and fat rather than protein. Serve it with fresh vegetables for a more balanced plate, or pair it with tea for a familiar Turkish-style snack.
How Nutritious Is Turkish Lokum Poğaça?
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 Lokum Poğaça 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 Lokum Poğaça Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish Lokum Poğaça 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 Lokum Poğaça Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.6:1).
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