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Traditional milk-based ice cream
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Bafra ice cream has 215 calories. It contains 25.8 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 61 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
215
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 8% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 215 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 6.6 g | 33% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 serving (medium) | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 161 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 130 g | 280 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 140 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Bafra ice cream is a traditional milk-based ice cream associated with Bafra, a district in Samsun Province, Turkey. Recipes vary among local makers, so its texture and exact ingredients are not identical everywhere.
Bafra ice cream is commonly made with milk, sugar and salep, a thickening ingredient made from orchid tubers. Some traditional recipes also use buffalo milk, but ingredients can vary by producer.
Some traditional versions of Bafra ice cream use buffalo milk, but the name does not guarantee that every version does. Ask the maker about the milk used if you specifically want a buffalo-milk recipe.
Salep and the way the ice cream is churned can give Bafra ice cream a dense, elastic texture. The stretchiness varies with the recipe and preparation, so not every version will pull or stretch equally.
Bafra ice cream is associated with Bafra in Samsun, while Maraş ice cream comes from Kahramanmaraş. Both may use salep, but their recipes, milk choices and preparation methods can produce different textures and flavours.
Bafra ice cream tastes milky and creamy, with a gentle salep note in recipes that use it. Its sweetness and richness vary between makers, and versions made with different types of milk can taste distinct.
Bafra ice cream is served cold, usually in a cone or a bowl. Letting it soften slightly can make it easier to scoop; it can be enjoyed on its own or alongside a dessert.
Yes. A home version can be made with milk, sugar and salep; cook the mixture, cool it, then freeze it while stirring periodically for a smoother texture. The result may differ from ice cream made with traditional equipment.
Keep leftover Bafra ice cream in a tightly covered container in the freezer. Avoid leaving it out until it melts and then refreezing it, since repeated thawing and freezing can damage its texture.
People with diabetes may be able to include Bafra ice cream in a meal plan, but its sugar can affect blood glucose. The appropriate portion depends on individual treatment and eating plans, so ask your doctor or dietitian if you need personal guidance.
Vitamins
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
92µg · 10% DV
B5
0.38mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Calcium
145mg · 14% DV
Iodine
9µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
190mg · 6% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bafra ice cream is a traditional milk-based frozen dessert associated with Bafra, a district of Samsun in northern Türkiye. It is made with milk and sugar, and some local recipes use salep to give it body. Sweet, creamy and refreshing, it is commonly served in a cone or cup, especially in warm weather, as a treat after a meal or while out for a stroll. Outside Türkiye, it may be less familiar than more widely known styles of ice cream, but it can be enjoyed in the same simple way. It offers some protein alongside its sweetness; a 100 g serving has 215 calories. Choose a modest portion or serve it with fresh fruit.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.