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Arabic dessert Calories
Traditional Arabic dessert, often made with sugar, milk, semolina or flour, nuts, and spices.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Arabic dessert (80 g) has 208 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.2 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Arabic dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
208
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
35.2g
· 13% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 7% · Fat 25%
Arabic dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 208 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 Arabic dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arabic dessert
What is Arabic dessert?
Arabic dessert is a broad label for sweets from many Arab cuisines, not one standardized dish. Recipes may use semolina or flour with milk, sugar, nuts and spices, and can be baked, cooked on the stove or served chilled.
What are some popular Arabic desserts?
Popular Arabic desserts include kunafa, basbousa, ma'amoul and qatayef, although recipes vary by region. They are different dishes rather than interchangeable names for Arabic dessert, and their fillings, textures and use of syrup differ.
Is Arabic dessert the same as baklava?
No, Arabic dessert is a broad category, while baklava is one specific layered pastry made with thin dough, nuts and syrup. Many Arabic sweets are milk- or semolina-based and have a quite different texture from baklava.
What does semolina do in Arabic dessert?
Semolina gives some Arabic desserts a fine, grainy texture and helps the mixture set when cooked with milk or syrup. It is not used in every recipe; other versions rely on flour, pastry, rice or dough.
Is Arabic dessert usually served hot or cold?
Arabic dessert can be served hot, warm, at room temperature or chilled, depending on the dish. Baked pastries are often offered warm, while milk-based puddings are commonly cooled before serving.
What do people serve with Arabic dessert?
Arabic dessert is often served with Arabic coffee or tea, which balances its sweetness. Fresh fruit can also work alongside richer, nut-filled pastries, while milk puddings are commonly served on their own with a nut garnish.
Can you make Arabic dessert ahead of time?
Yes, many Arabic desserts can be made ahead, especially chilled milk puddings and baked semolina cakes. Add crunchy toppings shortly before serving so they stay crisp, and keep milk-based desserts refrigerated until needed.
How do you store leftover Arabic dessert?
Store leftover Arabic dessert in a covered container; refrigerate milk-based varieties and eat them within a few days. Syrup-soaked pastries may keep better at cool room temperature, but follow the recipe’s guidance if it contains dairy.
Can Arabic dessert be made with less sugar?
Yes, you can reduce the sugar in many homemade Arabic dessert recipes. For syrup-soaked versions, use less syrup rather than changing the pastry itself; for milk puddings, add sugar gradually and taste before chilling.
Can people with diabetes eat Arabic dessert?
Arabic dessert often contains sugar and refined grains, so it can raise blood glucose. A smaller portion eaten with a balanced meal may be easier to manage; people with diabetes should ask their clinician or dietitian about personal guidance.
Arabic dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Calcium
88mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Selenium
2.56µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Sodium
50mg · 2% DV
Arabic dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Arabic dessert
To burn the 208 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 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 Arabic dessert?
Arabic dessert is a broad name for sweets from Arabic culinary traditions, rather than one fixed recipe. Depending on the region and household, it may be made with milk, sugar and semolina or flour, then finished with nuts or spices. Recipes vary, so its consistency can range from soft and creamy to firm enough to cut into pieces.
It is commonly served after a meal or offered to guests, often in modest portions alongside tea or coffee. In Turkey, you might enjoy it with unsweetened tea; elsewhere, it fits naturally into a shared dessert spread. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while versions made with nuts or milk also contribute some fat and protein. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Arabic dessert?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Arabic 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 Arabic dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Arabic 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
Arabic dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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