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Golden-brown, slender rolls of crisp layered pastry are arranged on a plate, with chopped walnuts visible at their open ends and a light sheen of syrup on the surface.

Walnut sarma Calories

Traditional syrup-soaked walnut pastry dessert

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

452kcal

GI

62medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

176mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Walnut sarma (40 g) has 181 calories. That works out to 452 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.8 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Walnut sarma Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g

181

KCAL / 40G

Carbs

18.8g

· 7% DV

Protein

2.7g

· 5% DV

Fat

11g

· 14% DV

Fiber

1.3g

· 5% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 6% · Fat 53%

Walnut sarma nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories181 kcal
Total fat11 g14%
Saturated fat2.84 g14%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium47 mg2%
Total carbohydrate18.8 g7%
Fiber1.3 g5%
Protein2.7 g5%

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 sarma?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)40 g181 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g113 kcal
1 piece (large)55 g249 kcal
½ serving (half)60 g271 kcal
2 piece (double)80 g362 kcal
100 g100 g452 kcal
3 piece (triple)120 g542 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g542 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g814 kcal

Calculated from 452 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut sarma

What is Walnut sarma made of?

Walnut sarma is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made by wrapping finely chopped walnuts in thin pastry or filo and baking it. Recipes vary in their filling and shape, but walnuts, pastry and syrup are its defining ingredients.

How do you make Walnut sarma?

To make Walnut sarma, scatter a walnut filling over thin pastry, roll or fold it into the characteristic shape, and bake until golden. Add syrup after baking, following the recipe’s directions for the temperature of both the pastry and syrup.

Is Walnut sarma the same as baklava?

No. Walnut sarma shares baklava’s thin pastry, nut filling and syrup, but it is rolled or wrapped rather than assembled mainly in layers and cut into pieces. The two desserts are related, but their shapes and textures differ.

Where does Walnut sarma come from?

Walnut sarma belongs to the wider Turkish tradition of nut-filled, syrup-soaked pastries, and it does not have one universally agreed place of origin. Recipes and shaping styles vary across families and pastry shops.

How do you keep Walnut sarma crispy?

Bake Walnut sarma until its pastry is evenly golden, and don’t cover it while it cools. Excess syrup and trapped steam soften the pastry, so use the amount specified in the recipe and let the finished dessert cool uncovered.

Should the syrup be hot or cold for Walnut sarma?

Many recipes pour cooled syrup over hot Walnut sarma, though some use the reverse. Avoid making both the pastry and syrup very hot, which can leave the pastry overly soft, and follow the temperature directions in your chosen recipe.

Why does Walnut sarma turn soggy?

Walnut sarma can turn soggy if it is underbaked, given too much syrup, or covered while still hot. Bake it until golden, add syrup in the amount the recipe calls for, and leave it uncovered as it cools.

How should you store Walnut sarma?

Keep Walnut sarma in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help preserve its texture. Refrigeration can make the pastry less crisp; if you need to chill it in warm conditions, cover it well and bring it to room temperature before serving.

Can you freeze Walnut sarma?

Yes, you can freeze Walnut sarma in an airtight container, although the pastry may lose some crispness after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator, then warm it briefly before serving if you want to improve its texture.

What do you serve with Walnut sarma?

Serve Walnut sarma with unsweetened Turkish tea or coffee. Their bitterness balances the dessert’s syrupy sweetness, and the pastry is usually offered in small pieces as part of a dessert spread or after a meal.

Walnut sarma Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

1.2µg · 4% DV

B6

0.06mg · 4% DV

B1

0.04mg · 3% DV

Folate

11.2µg · 3% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.42mg · 18% DV

Copper

0.13mg · 14% DV

Phosphorus

57mg · 8% DV

Magnesium

31mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

70mg · 2% DV

Sodium

47mg · 2% DV

Walnut sarma Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

62
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

11.6
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Walnut sarma

To burn the 181 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):

🚶

45min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

25min

Cycling

🏊

21min

Swimming

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

What is Walnut sarma?

Walnut sarma is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made by wrapping a walnut filling in thin dough and baking it. Its rolled shape sets it apart from baklava, though recipes and the type of pastry used can vary.

The exterior is lightly crisp, while the walnut centre is rich and the syrup makes each bite sweet and tender. In Turkey, it is commonly served in modest pieces after a meal, at festive gatherings, or alongside tea. With pastry, walnuts and syrup, it is an energy-dense dessert; a 100 g portion provides 452 calories. Its richness suits a small serving, perhaps with unsweetened tea to balance the sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Walnut sarma?

Nutrient density

Low

28/ 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

26/ 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 Walnut sarma 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 sarma Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Walnut sarma 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 sarma Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.84g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.36g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.56g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 19.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (19.1:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.