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Apple kubbeh is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert, featuring a thin bulgur dough shell stuffed with apple, walnuts, cinnamon, and sometimes sugar.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Apple kubbeh (60 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.8 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
126
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
22.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 6% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 30 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Apple kubbeh is a Middle Eastern-style sweet made with a thin bulgur shell filled with apple, walnuts and cinnamon. Some versions add sugar, and recipes vary in how the shaped pieces are cooked and served.
Apple kubbeh is made by shaping softened bulgur dough around an apple-and-walnut filling, sealing it, then cooking the pieces. Keep the shell thin but intact, and cool the filling before shaping so it is easier to handle.
Apple kubbeh belongs to the broader Middle Eastern kubbeh tradition, which includes many regional savory and sweet preparations. The apple-filled dessert does not have one universally agreed place of origin, and family recipes can differ.
Apple kubbeh can be baked or fried, depending on the recipe. Baking uses less added oil, while frying gives the bulgur shell a crisp exterior; follow the method specified by the recipe you are using.
Apple kubbeh is a sweet dessert filled with fruit, nuts and warming spices, while meat kubbeh is savory and typically contains seasoned meat. Both use the kubbeh idea of enclosing a filling in a bulgur-based shell.
Apple kubbeh tastes gently sweet, with soft fruit, aromatic cinnamon and the crunch of walnuts inside a mild bulgur shell. Its sweetness varies between recipes, so it may be closer to a lightly sweet snack or a full dessert.
Yes, you can shape apple kubbeh ahead and cook it later. Arrange the uncooked pieces in a single layer so they do not stick or deform, and keep them chilled until you are ready to bake or fry them.
To keep apple kubbeh from falling apart, make sure the bulgur dough is moist and cohesive, and avoid overfilling the shell. Seal every opening and handle the pieces gently; a filling that is not overly wet also helps.
Reheat leftover apple kubbeh in an oven or air fryer to help the shell regain some crispness. A microwave warms it quickly but can make the bulgur exterior soft; let refrigerated pieces warm through before serving.
Serve apple kubbeh with unsweetened tea or coffee for a simple dessert pairing. A spoonful of plain yogurt can also balance a sweeter version, while extra syrup or another rich dessert may make the meal overly sweet.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
Sodium
47mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Apple kubbeh is a Middle Eastern dessert made by enclosing an apple filling in a thin bulgur shell. The filling commonly includes walnuts and cinnamon, with sugar added in some versions. The name kubbeh is also used for savoury stuffed bulgur dishes, but this version is distinctly sweet and fruit-filled.
Its soft, fragrant apple centre contrasts with the gently chewy bulgur casing, while cinnamon and walnuts add warmth and crunch. In its region of origin it is served as a dessert; elsewhere, it works well as a small sweet alongside tea or coffee. With 3.8 g of fibre per 100 g, it has more substance than a very light pastry. Choose a modest piece if you want a lighter finish to a meal.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
SATURATED
0.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.