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Tusumba dessert Calories
Traditional Ottoman dessert, fried dough balls, syrup-soaked
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Tusumba dessert (60 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tusumba dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
204
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 5% · Fat 28%
Tusumba dessert nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 3 Pieces of Tusumba dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 68 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 476 kcal |
| 7 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 476 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tusumba dessert
What is Tusumba dessert made of?
Tusumba dessert is made from piped dough that is fried and soaked in syrup. The dough is commonly prepared with flour and eggs, and the finished pieces have a ridged exterior that holds the syrup.
Is Tusumba dessert the same as tulumba?
Tusumba dessert is closely related to tulumba, and the names may refer to the same or very similar syrup-soaked fried dough sweets. Recipes and shapes vary by region, so there is no universally recognized distinction between them.
Why does Tusumba dessert turn soggy?
Tusumba dessert can turn soggy if the fried pieces sit in syrup too long or are not fried until crisp. Drain them after dipping, and avoid crowding the pan so the dough cooks evenly rather than absorbing excess oil.
Should the syrup for Tusumba dessert be hot or cold?
For Tusumba dessert, the syrup is usually cooled before it meets the freshly fried dough. The contrast helps the pieces absorb syrup while keeping their shape; leaving them submerged too long can soften the outside.
Where did Tusumba dessert originate?
Tusumba dessert is associated with Ottoman-style syrup sweets made from fried dough. Similar desserts are found across regions once influenced by Ottoman cooking, so it is difficult to assign the dish to one modern country or city.
Can you bake Tusumba dessert instead of frying it?
You can bake a Tusumba-style dough, but it will not have the same crisp, rich texture as the traditional fried version. The dough and syrup are designed for fried pieces, so a baked version is best treated as an adaptation.
How do you serve Tusumba dessert?
Tusumba dessert is served after the fried dough has absorbed its syrup, usually at room temperature or chilled. Small pieces pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances the dessert's sweetness.
Can you freeze Tusumba dessert?
Freezing Tusumba dessert is possible, but thawed pieces are often softer and less crisp because the dough is soaked in syrup. For the best texture, make only what you expect to serve and keep leftovers covered in a cool place.
How do you keep Tusumba dessert crisp?
To help Tusumba dessert stay crisp, fry the dough until evenly golden and let excess syrup drain after dipping. Serve it soon after preparation; syrup-soaked fried dough gradually softens as it stands.
Can you make Tusumba dessert less sweet?
Yes, you can make Tusumba dessert less sweet by dipping the fried dough briefly and draining off excess syrup. Reducing the syrup absorption changes the traditional texture, so the pieces may be less soft and syrupy.
Tusumba dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.5µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Tusumba dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tusumba dessert
To burn the 204 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 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 Tusumba dessert?
Tusumba dessert is an Ottoman-style sweet made from shaped dough that is fried and then soaked in syrup. The pieces are typically ridged, crisp on the outside and soft within, with syrup lending a distinctly sweet, moist finish. In Turkey it is commonly offered after a meal or alongside tea, and may be served cool or at room temperature once the syrup has soaked in. Similar fried syrup pastries are also familiar across parts of the eastern Mediterranean and the Balkans.
Its dough-and-syrup base makes it carbohydrate-rich, while frying adds fat; it provides 56 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. A small piece or two can suit a sweet craving, and serving it with unsweetened tea helps balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Tusumba 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 Tusumba 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 Tusumba dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tusumba dessert Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Tusumba dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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