Calories in Baklava
Baklava contains 428 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 piece (80 g) — carries about 342 kcal.
Filo, nuts, butter and syrup — a dense dessert where one piece rarely stays one.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 piece (80 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 428 kcal | 342 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g | 4.8 g |
| Fat | 26 g | 21 g |
| Carbohydrates | 43 g | 34 g |
| Fibre | 2 g | 1.6 g |
| Sugars | 26 g | 21 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~86 minutes
~34 minutes
Approximate, for a ~342 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in baklava?
Baklava contains 428 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 piece (80 g) — carries about 342 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does baklava have?
Per 100 g: 6 g protein, 26 g fat and 43 g carbohydrates, of which 2 g fibre and 26 g sugars.
Is baklava suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 428 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 piece (80 g)) is ~342 kcal. Filo, nuts, butter and syrup — a dense dessert where one piece rarely stays one.
How much does one serving of baklava weigh?
The typical serving is 1 piece (80 g) — about 80 g, which equals ~342 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of baklava?
Roughly 86 minutes of brisk walking or 34 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.