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Walnut Semolina Dessert Calories
Traditional semolina dessert with walnuts and syrup
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Walnut Semolina Dessert (60 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.2 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Walnut Semolina Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
198
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
31.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 6% · Fat 30%
Walnut Semolina Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 Semolina Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 297 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 396 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut Semolina Dessert
What is Walnut Semolina Dessert made of?
Walnut Semolina Dessert is made with semolina, walnuts and a sweet syrup; many versions also use eggs and dairy in the batter. Ingredients and texture vary by recipe, so it may be a soft baked cake or a denser syrup-soaked sweet.
How do you make Walnut Semolina Dessert at home?
To make Walnut Semolina Dessert, mix semolina with the recipe’s batter ingredients, fold in chopped walnuts, bake until set, then add syrup. Let it rest before cutting so the syrup can spread through the dessert instead of pooling at the bottom.
Is Walnut Semolina Dessert the same as Turkish irmik helvası?
No. Walnut Semolina Dessert is commonly baked and soaked with syrup, while Turkish irmik helvası is toasted in fat and cooked on the stovetop with sweetened liquid. Both can contain walnuts, but their preparation and finished texture are different.
Where does Walnut Semolina Dessert come from?
Walnut Semolina Dessert is associated with Turkish home cooking and the wider tradition of syrup-soaked semolina sweets found across the region. Recipes differ between households; there is not one universally agreed origin or single traditional formula for every version.
Should Walnut Semolina Dessert be served warm or cold?
Walnut Semolina Dessert can be served at room temperature or chilled once it has absorbed the syrup. Let freshly made dessert rest before serving; this helps it hold its shape when sliced and gives the semolina time to take up the syrup.
How can you keep Walnut Semolina Dessert from turning soggy?
Keep Walnut Semolina Dessert from turning soggy by measuring the syrup rather than pouring in extra, and let the baked base finish cooking before soaking it. Add syrup gradually and allow the dessert to rest so you can see how much it absorbs.
Can you make Walnut Semolina Dessert ahead of time?
Yes, Walnut Semolina Dessert can be made a day ahead. Once it has cooled and absorbed the syrup, cover it and refrigerate it; add any walnut garnish shortly before serving to keep the topping from becoming soft.
How should you reheat Walnut Semolina Dessert?
Warm Walnut Semolina Dessert gently if you prefer it less chilled, using a short interval in the microwave or a low oven. Avoid prolonged heating, which can dry the semolina and make the syrup unusually hot; it is also good served cold.
Can you use another nut instead of walnuts in Walnut Semolina Dessert?
Yes, chopped hazelnuts or almonds can replace walnuts in Walnut Semolina Dessert, although the flavor and texture will change. Use a similar amount and chop the nuts to a comparable size so they distribute evenly through the semolina mixture.
How do you cut Walnut Semolina Dessert neatly?
Cut Walnut Semolina Dessert after it has rested and absorbed the syrup, using a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts. If the top is decorated with walnuts, score the portions before serving so the topping does not shift as you slice.
Walnut Semolina Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.36mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Zinc
0.42mg · 4% DV
Sodium
39mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Walnut Semolina Dessert Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut Semolina Dessert
To burn the 198 calories in 1 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 Semolina Dessert?
Walnut semolina dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made by toasting semolina in fat, then combining it with syrup and walnuts. Home recipes vary: some are crumbly and spoonable, while others are pressed or baked into neat pieces.
It has a warm, toasted flavour, a syrupy sweetness and a little crunch from the walnuts. In Turkey it is often served after a meal or at family gatherings and festive tables, usually with tea or Turkish coffee. For readers elsewhere, it also makes a fitting small dessert alongside unsweetened tea or coffee. Semolina and syrup make it carbohydrate-rich, while the walnuts and cooking fat add richness; it provides about 330 calories per 100 g. A smaller piece or a lighter hand with the syrup keeps the serving less heavy.
How Nutritious Is Walnut Semolina 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 Walnut Semolina 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 Walnut Semolina Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut Semolina Dessert Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Walnut Semolina Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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