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Yalancı Baklava Calories
A practical, economical alternative to classic baklava
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Yalancı Baklava (60 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.2 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Yalancı Baklava Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
204
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
31.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 6% · Fat 32%
Yalancı Baklava nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3 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 Yalancı Baklava?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yalancı Baklava
What is Yalancı Baklava?
Yalancı Baklava is a Turkish shortcut-style baklava dessert, usually made with an easier-to-handle dough or ready-made pastry rather than painstakingly rolled layers. It is baked with a nut filling and finished with syrup, though recipes differ by household.
How do you make Yalancı Baklava?
To make Yalancı Baklava, layer and butter the pastry, add a nut filling, cut it into pieces, and bake until golden. Pour syrup over the baked pastry so it can soak in; the specific dough and layering method depend on the recipe.
Why is it called Yalancı Baklava?
Yalancı means “false” or “mock” in Turkish, and the name points to Yalancı Baklava’s easier method rather than the traditional labor-intensive baklava technique. It is still a syrup-soaked Turkish dessert, not a claim that the dish is fake.
What is the difference between Yalancı Baklava and regular baklava?
Yalancı Baklava is generally made with a shortcut dough or ready-made pastry, while traditional baklava is known for many very thin, carefully prepared layers. The shortcut can make it quicker to assemble, but its texture varies with the recipe.
Can you make Yalancı Baklava with phyllo dough?
Yes, Yalancı Baklava can be made with ready-made phyllo. Keep unused sheets covered so they do not dry out, brush the layers with fat, and spread the filling evenly for a more consistent bake.
When should you pour syrup over Yalancı Baklava?
In many recipes, cooled syrup is poured over hot Yalancı Baklava. The temperature contrast helps the pastry absorb the syrup without immediately turning limp; follow the recipe’s sequence if it is designed for a different dough.
How do you keep Yalancı Baklava crispy?
For crisp Yalancı Baklava, bake the layers until evenly golden and add the syrup gradually rather than flooding the tray. Let it absorb the syrup uncovered before serving, so trapped steam does not soften the pastry.
What nuts go in Yalancı Baklava?
Walnuts are a common filling for Yalancı Baklava, and pistachios or hazelnuts can also be used. Chop the nuts finely enough to distribute between the layers, but avoid turning them into a paste.
What should you serve with Yalancı Baklava?
Turkish tea is a classic pairing for Yalancı Baklava, as its unsweetened, slightly tannic taste balances the syrupy dessert. Serve the pieces at room temperature after the syrup has had time to soak in.
How should you store Yalancı Baklava?
Store Yalancı Baklava covered in a cool, dry place and eat it within a few days for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the pastry less crisp, while leaving it uncovered can dry it out or let it absorb odors.
Yalancı Baklava Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Selenium
1.8µg · 3% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
Yalancı Baklava Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yalancı Baklava
To burn the 204 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Yalancı Baklava?
Yalancı Baklava is a practical, economical Turkish take on baklava. It is commonly made with ready-made yufka or another easy-to-use pastry, nuts such as walnuts, and syrup. Recipes vary from household to household, but the shortcut approach avoids the painstaking work of rolling many paper-thin layers while keeping the familiar layered, syrup-soaked character.
Expect crisp edges, a softer centre and a pronounced sweetness. In Turkey it is served in small pieces with tea or offered to guests on festive occasions; elsewhere, it works well as a shareable dessert alongside unsweetened tea or coffee. It is rich in carbohydrates and energy, with 52 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Cut modest portions if you want a lighter finish to a meal.
How Nutritious Is Yalancı Baklava?
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 Yalancı Baklava 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 Yalancı Baklava Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Yalancı Baklava Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Yalancı Baklava Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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