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Walnut sekerpare Calories
Traditional Turkish syrup-soaked dessert with walnut
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Walnut sekerpare (60 g) has 258 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.1 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 12.3 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Walnut sekerpare Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 60 g
258
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
34.1g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
12.3g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 6% · Fat 42%
Walnut sekerpare nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 258 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.3 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.66 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
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 sekerpare?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 194 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 120 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 516 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut sekerpare
What is walnut sekerpare?
Walnut sekerpare is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, usually made from a buttery dough shaped into small rounds and topped with walnut. It is baked until golden, then soaked in sugar syrup and served after the syrup has been absorbed.
How do you make walnut sekerpare?
To make walnut sekerpare, mix flour, butter, egg, semolina and leavening into a soft dough, shape it into small pieces and press walnut on top. Bake until lightly golden, pour cooled syrup over the hot pastries, and let them soak.
Should the syrup be hot or cold for walnut sekerpare?
For walnut sekerpare, pour cooled syrup over the pastries while they are hot from the oven. This hot-pastry, cool-syrup method helps the syrup soak in without leaving the pastry overly soft.
Why is my walnut sekerpare hard?
Walnut sekerpare can turn hard if the dough is overworked, too much flour is added, or the pastries bake for too long. Mix just until the dough comes together, and take them out when lightly golden rather than deeply browned.
Why doesn't walnut sekerpare absorb the syrup?
Walnut sekerpare may not absorb syrup if it is too thick, if the pastry is underbaked, or if both pastry and syrup are cold. Use syrup that pours easily and add it to the pastries as soon as they come out of the oven.
What is the difference between walnut sekerpare and baklava?
Walnut sekerpare is made from small, individually shaped pastries baked and soaked in syrup. Baklava is made by layering thin sheets of pastry with nuts, then cutting and baking the layers before adding syrup; their textures are quite different.
Is walnut sekerpare made with semolina?
Many walnut sekerpare recipes include semolina, which gives the pastry a slightly grainy, tender texture. Recipes vary, so some use little or none; adding extra semolina can make the dough denser and the finished pastry drier.
Can I make walnut sekerpare without semolina?
Yes, you can make walnut sekerpare without semolina by using a recipe designed for an all-flour dough. The texture will be less characteristic and may be softer, so avoid simply replacing semolina with an equal amount of extra flour.
How should you store walnut sekerpare?
Once fully cool, store walnut sekerpare in a covered container in a cool, dry place so it does not dry out. Refrigerate it in warm weather or if you need to keep it for longer, and bring it toward room temperature before serving.
Can you freeze walnut sekerpare?
Yes, walnut sekerpare can be frozen after it has absorbed the syrup and cooled completely. Arrange it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, then let it come closer to room temperature before serving.
Walnut sekerpare Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Folate
16.8µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.37mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Selenium
5.1µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
57mg · 8% DV
Sodium
99mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
81mg · 2% DV
Walnut sekerpare Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut sekerpare
To burn the 258 calories in 2 piece (medium) (60 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 Walnut sekerpare?
Walnut sekerpare is a Turkish baked dessert made from a soft dough, commonly with flour and semolina, then soaked in sugar syrup. A walnut on top gives it its characteristic finish. The baked pieces absorb the syrup while keeping a tender, slightly crumbly texture.
In Turkey, it is often served with tea after a meal or offered to guests during celebrations and holidays. Its sweetness is balanced by the gentle, nutty bite of the walnut. With 430 calories per 100 g, it is an energy-dense treat, best enjoyed in a modest portion. Serve it with unsweetened tea, or share one piece if you want a lighter dessert.
How Nutritious Is Walnut sekerpare?
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 sekerpare 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 sekerpare Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut sekerpare 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 sekerpare Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.4:1).
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