Calories in Authentic Greek Baklava

📏 Serving Size: 1 Serving (56.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 264.9
  • Total Fat 14.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 6.0 g
  • Cholesterol 17.9 mg
  • Sodium 75.0 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 31.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 2.0 g
  • Sugars 17.0 g
  • Protein 5.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 49.8 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 20.2 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 0.9 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 0.0 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.0 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg

Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.

📋 Nutrition Summary

With 264.9 calories per serving (1 Serving (56.0g)), Authentic Greek Baklava is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. The majority of its calories come from fat (14.0g, 46.7% of calories), including 6.0g of saturated fat.

🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags

⚠️ High Sugar

Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.

📝 Ingredients

Fillo-Dough (organic Wheat Flour, Filtered Water, Organic Wheat Starch, Organic Tapioca Starch, Organic Expeller Pressed Soy Oil, Organic Malt Extract, Soy Lecithin, Tri-Calcium Phosphate), Walnuts, Grade A-Pure Honey, Vegetable Ghee, Butter, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mastic, Fresh Lemon Juice.

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

⚠️ Emulsifiers / Stabilisers

Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Lecithin, Soy Lecithin

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice.

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📊 % Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of Authentic Greek Baklava contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories264.9 kcal13.2%
Total Fat14.0 g18%
Saturated Fat6.0 g30%
Cholesterol17.9 mg6%
Sodium75.0 mg3%
Total Carbohydrate31.0 g11%
Dietary Fiber2.0 g7%
Total Sugars17.0 g34%
Protein5.0 g10%
Vitamin A49.8 IU1%
Calcium20.2 mg2%
Iron0.9 mg5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ✅ marks ≥20% DV (FDA "good source" threshold); ⭐ marks ≥100% DV (a full day's value).

🔥 Calorie Analysis

Authentic Greek Baklava accounts for 13.2% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from fat. Fat makes up 46.7% of the calories.

Fat 46.7%
Carbs 45.9%
Fat 46.7% Carbs 45.9% Protein 7.4%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 264.9 calories in Authentic Greek Baklava? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 20.0 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 45.7 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 29.0 min
HIIT 24.5 min
Backpacking 40.1 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

💬 Nutrition Q&A: Authentic Greek Baklava

How might Authentic Greek Baklava affect blood sugar?

With 31g of carbs and 17g of sugar but only 2g of fiber, this dessert will likely cause a noticeable spike in blood sugar. The simple carbs from honey and refined flour digest quickly without much fiber to slow absorption.

Is Authentic Greek Baklava heart-healthy?

Baklava contains 6g of saturated fat and relies on butter and ghee, which aren't ideal for heart health. While it does contain walnuts—a source of heart-healthy fats—the overall saturated fat content and high sugar make it more of an occasional indulgence than a heart-friendly choice.

Is Authentic Greek Baklava suitable for people with lactose intolerance?

This baklava contains both butter and ghee, which have lactose, so it's not suitable for people with lactose intolerance.

Is Authentic Greek Baklava gluten-free?

Baklava is made with wheat flour and wheat starch as primary ingredients, so it contains gluten and is not gluten-free.

What should I watch out for with Authentic Greek Baklava?

Baklava is quite high in sugar with 17g per serving, which can add up quickly if you eat more than one piece. The combination of honey, butter, and ghee also makes it calorie-dense and high in saturated fat, so portion control is important.

Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.

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