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Vezir parmağı dessert Calories
Traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Vezir parmağı dessert (55 g) has 201 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 29 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 8.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 5 µg of Selenium covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Vezir parmağı dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
201
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
29g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.2g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
Vezir parmağı dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 201 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.2 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 Vezir parmağı dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 511 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 165 g | 602 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 803 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vezir parmağı dessert
What is Vezir parmağı dessert?
Vezir parmağı dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry shaped like small fingers. Its dough commonly includes flour, semolina, fat and egg, though recipes vary; the shaped pieces are usually baked and then soaked in syrup.
How do you make Vezir parmağı dessert at home?
To make Vezir parmağı dessert, shape a soft semolina pastry dough into short fingers, arrange them on a tray and bake until golden. Pour syrup over the baked pieces and let them rest so they can absorb it before serving.
Why is it called Vezir parmağı dessert?
Vezir parmağı dessert is named for its finger-like shape; “vezir parmağı” means “vizier’s finger” in Turkish. The name describes the pastry rather than indicating a particular ingredient, and there is no single widely established historical origin for it.
Is Vezir parmağı dessert baked or fried?
Vezir parmağı dessert is usually baked, particularly in home recipes. The finger-shaped dough is placed on a baking tray and cooked until golden before syrup is added; follow your recipe if it specifies a different method.
How do you get the syrup to soak into Vezir parmağı dessert?
Let Vezir parmağı dessert absorb syrup after baking, using the hot-dessert-and-cooled-syrup approach common in recipes. Pour the syrup evenly over the pieces and give them time to rest; adding it too quickly to a poorly baked pastry can leave the center dry.
How is Vezir parmağı dessert different from tulumba?
Vezir parmağı dessert is typically made from shaped semolina pastry and baked, while tulumba is piped choux-like dough that is deep-fried before being soaked in syrup. Their shapes, doughs and cooking methods are distinct.
Can you make Vezir parmağı dessert ahead of time?
Yes, you can make Vezir parmağı dessert ahead of serving because the pastry needs time to take up the syrup. Let it cool and store it covered; add any nuts or other toppings shortly before serving if you want them to stay crisp.
What is Vezir parmağı dessert served with?
Vezir parmağı dessert is often served on its own as a syrup pastry, with Turkish tea or coffee alongside. For a fuller dessert plate, you can add unsweetened tea and a small portion of fresh fruit to balance the sweetness.
How should you store leftover Vezir parmağı dessert?
Store leftover Vezir parmağı dessert covered in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm. Keep it protected from air so the syrupy pastry does not dry out, and eat it within a few days.
Can you make Vezir parmağı dessert less sweet?
Yes, you can make Vezir parmağı dessert less sweet by using a less concentrated or smaller amount of syrup, while still giving the pastry time to absorb it. Change the syrup gradually, since too little can leave the baked pieces dry.
Vezir parmağı dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
52.25µg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.65µg · 6% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.95µg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
41mg · 1% DV
Vezir parmağı dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vezir parmağı dessert
To burn the 201 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Walking (5 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 Vezir parmağı dessert?
Vezir parmağı dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, shaped into short fingers, baked, then drenched in syrup. Recipes vary, but the dough commonly includes flour and may also use semolina, egg and fat; coconut or chopped nuts can be added for a finishing touch.
Once the syrup has soaked in, the pastry is tender inside with a slightly firmer surface and a rich sweetness. In Turkey it is served with tea, for guests and at festive meals; elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert alongside coffee or tea. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively little fibre or protein. Serve a modest piece after a meal, or pair it with unsweetened tea to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Vezir parmağı 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 Vezir parmağı 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 Vezir parmağı dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Vezir parmağı 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
Vezir parmağı dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 66:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (66:1).
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