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Walnut braided pastry Calories
Sweet walnut yeast pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Walnut braided pastry has 390 calories. It contains 48.8 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 18.3 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Walnut braided pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
390
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
48.8g
· 18% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
18.3g
· 23% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 8% · Fat 42%
Walnut braided pastry nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.3 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.3 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 290 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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 Walnut braided pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 55 g | 215 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 585 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 702 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 975 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut braided pastry
What is walnut braided pastry?
Walnut braided pastry is a sweet yeast-bread-style bake filled with walnuts and shaped into a braid. It is commonly sliced and served with tea or coffee, and recipes vary in how sweet the filling is.
How do you make walnut braided pastry at home?
To make walnut braided pastry, roll out risen yeast dough, spread walnut filling over it, cut or shape the dough into strands, and braid them. Brush the top with egg if desired, then bake until golden and cooked through.
Why does walnut braided pastry split or leak while baking?
Walnut braided pastry can split when the filling is too wet, spread too close to the edges, or enclosed in a braid that is stretched too tightly. Leave a clear border, seal the ends, and handle the shaped dough gently.
Can you make walnut braided pastry with store-bought dough?
Yes, you can use store-bought dough for walnut braided pastry, but the texture will depend on the dough. Yeast dough gives a soft, bread-like result; puff pastry makes a flakier bake and may need a different shaping approach.
What filling goes in walnut braided pastry?
Walnut braided pastry is usually filled with chopped or ground walnuts and sugar; some versions include cinnamon. Keep the mixture fairly dry so it stays inside the braid, and avoid large walnut pieces that can tear the dough.
How should you store walnut braided pastry?
Let walnut braided pastry cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container at room temperature. Sealing it while warm traps steam and can make the crust damp, while leaving it uncovered makes the crumb dry out.
Can walnut braided pastry be frozen?
Yes, walnut braided pastry freezes well once it has cooled. Wrap it airtight, whole or in slices, and thaw only the portion you plan to eat; warming it briefly in the oven helps restore a softer texture.
How do you keep walnut braided pastry soft after baking?
Keep walnut braided pastry in a sealed container after it has cooled, and avoid refrigerating it unless needed, since refrigeration can dry out yeast dough. If it has already firmed up, warm it briefly before serving.
Is walnut braided pastry traditionally eaten for breakfast or dessert?
Walnut braided pastry can be eaten for breakfast, as a snack, or as a sweet treat with tea or coffee. Its yeast dough makes it bread-like, but the sweet walnut filling means it can also be served as dessert.
Can you make walnut braided pastry less sweet?
Yes, reduce the sugar in the walnut filling to make walnut braided pastry less sweet. The walnuts will taste more prominent, although the result remains a sweet enriched pastry rather than a savory bread.
Walnut braided pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
Biotin
7.1µg · 24% DV
B3
2.7mg · 17% DV
B2
0.21mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.88mg · 38% DV
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Sodium
290mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
195mg · 6% DV
Walnut braided pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut braided pastry
To burn the 390 calories in 100 g:
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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 Walnut braided pastry?
Walnut braided pastry is a sweet Turkish bake made by shaping yeast dough around or together with chopped walnuts, then baking it into a loaf or plait. The soft, risen crumb contrasts with the walnuts’ distinct, slightly crunchy bite; recipes vary in how sweet and rich the dough is.
In Turkey, it is commonly sliced for breakfast or served at tea time, and it also works as a sharing bake for guests. English-speaking readers can enjoy it with tea or coffee as a breakfast treat or afternoon snack. It is an energy-dense pastry, with carbohydrates from the dough and fat from the walnuts; a 100 g portion provides 390 calories. A smaller slice alongside plain yogurt or fruit makes a more balanced snack.
How Nutritious Is Walnut braided pastry?
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 Walnut braided pastry 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 Walnut braided pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut braided pastry 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
Walnut braided pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.9:1).
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