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Twenty Spoon Dessert Calories

Homemade syrup-soaked dessert

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

68high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

104mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Twenty Spoon Dessert (90 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.1 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 8.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 7.6 µg of Selenium covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Twenty Spoon Dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

257

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

42.1g

· 15% DV

Protein

3.8g

· 8% DV

Fat

8.2g

· 11% DV

Fiber

1g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 6% · Fat 29%

Twenty Spoon Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories257 kcal
Total fat8.2 g11%
Saturated fat2.07 g10%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium101 mg4%
Total carbohydrate42.1 g15%
Fiber1 g4%
Protein3.8 g8%

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 Twenty Spoon Dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g257 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g128 kcal
1 piece (thin)70 g200 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g342 kcal
1 serving (large)130 g371 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)160 g456 kcal
2 piece (double)180 g513 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Twenty Spoon Dessert

What is Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Twenty Spoon Dessert is a homemade Turkish cake-style dessert soaked with syrup. Its name refers to spoon-based measurements used in some versions, and recipes vary in their batter ingredients and proportions.

How do you make Twenty Spoon Dessert?

To make Twenty Spoon Dessert, bake a spoon-measured cake batter, then pour syrup over the cake and let it soak in. Use the recipe’s stated measurements, since versions differ, and spread the syrup evenly for a consistent texture.

Why is it called Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Twenty Spoon Dessert gets its name from the spoon measurements associated with the recipe. The name does not guarantee that every version uses exactly twenty spoonfuls of ingredients; the quantities and which ingredients are measured can vary.

What ingredients go into Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Twenty Spoon Dessert is usually made with a cake batter containing eggs, flour, sugar, yogurt or milk, oil, and a leavening agent, then finished with syrup. Ingredient lists differ between home recipes, so follow the proportions in the version you choose.

Should the syrup for Twenty Spoon Dessert be hot or cold?

A common method is to pour cooled syrup over the cake while it is still hot. This helps the cake absorb the syrup; pour it gradually over the whole surface rather than concentrating it in one spot.

How do you keep Twenty Spoon Dessert from becoming soggy?

To keep Twenty Spoon Dessert from becoming soggy, use the syrup quantity specified in your recipe and pour it gradually over the cake. Let each addition soak in, and avoid adding extra syrup just because the surface looks dry at first.

How should you serve Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Serve Twenty Spoon Dessert in slices after it has absorbed the syrup. A little shredded coconut, ground pistachio, or clotted cream makes a familiar garnish, and Turkish tea or coffee pairs well with its sweetness.

How long does Twenty Spoon Dessert keep in the refrigerator?

Twenty Spoon Dessert keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chilling preserves its syrup-soaked texture; let a portion sit briefly at room temperature before serving if you prefer it less cold.

Can you freeze Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Yes, you can freeze Twenty Spoon Dessert in airtight portions. Its cake may be softer after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and avoid refreezing a portion once it has thawed.

What is the difference between Twenty Spoon Dessert and revani?

They are not the same dessert. Both may be soaked in syrup, but revani is typically made with semolina, while Twenty Spoon Dessert is known for its spoon-measured cake batter; the exact ingredients vary by recipe.

Twenty Spoon Dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.13mg · 10% DV

B12

0.23µg · 10% DV

Biotin

2.79µg · 9% DV

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Selenium

7.56µg · 14% DV

Phosphorus

80mg · 11% DV

Calcium

74mg · 7% DV

Iodine

11µg · 7% DV

Sodium

101mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

94mg · 3% DV

Twenty Spoon Dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

27
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Twenty Spoon Dessert

To burn the 257 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

64min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

26min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

35min

Cycling

🏊

30min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Twenty Spoon Dessert is a Turkish home-style, cake-like sweet, named for the spoon measures used in many versions of its batter. After baking, the cake is soaked with syrup, giving it a moist texture and a distinctly sweet finish; exact ingredients and proportions vary from kitchen to kitchen.

It is usually cut into pieces and served with tea or brought out for guests and family gatherings. Its nutritional profile is largely shaped by carbohydrates, so a modest slice is a good choice if you want to enjoy it without making dessert too heavy. Pair it with unsweetened tea, or serve smaller pieces alongside fresh fruit.

How Nutritious Is Twenty Spoon Dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

23/ 100

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 Twenty Spoon 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 Twenty Spoon Dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Twenty Spoon 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

Twenty Spoon Dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.07g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.42g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.31g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 30.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (30.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.