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Traditional Turkish dessert, bread kadayif with tahini and syrup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Bread Kadayif with Tahini (120 g) has 384 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 64.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
384
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
64.8g
· 24% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 6% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 384 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.56 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 64.8 g | 24% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 640 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 768 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Bread kadayif with tahini is a Turkish syrup-soaked dessert made from a bread-like kadayif base and topped with tahini. It is a tahini variation of bread kadayif, which is also commonly served with kaymak, a thick Turkish cream.
Bread kadayif with tahini is made by preparing the kadayif base, soaking it with syrup, and adding tahini on top. Let the base absorb the syrup evenly before serving, then drizzle on tahini so its toasted sesame flavor stays noticeable.
Yes, bread kadayif with tahini is made with a bread-like kadayif base, rather than the fine shredded pastry used in many other kadayif desserts. The base is softened with syrup, which gives the dessert its distinctive moist texture.
Bread kadayif with tahini has tahini drizzled over the syrup-soaked base, while regular bread kadayif is often served with kaymak. The base and syrup are broadly similar; tahini gives this version a richer, distinctly sesame-like taste.
Yes, bread kadayif with tahini can be served with kaymak. The thick cream complements the syrup and sesame flavors, though the dessert is also served with tahini alone; add the toppings just before eating for the best texture.
Add tahini to bread kadayif after the base has absorbed the syrup, ideally just before serving. This keeps the tahini’s flavor distinct and prevents it from blending completely into the moist dessert.
Bread kadayif is a traditional Turkish dessert, particularly associated with Afyonkarahisar. Bread kadayif with tahini is a variation of that syrup-soaked sweet, with tahini added as a topping rather than replacing the kadayif base.
Store bread kadayif with tahini in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within about 2–3 days. The syrup-soaked base softens as it stands, so keep tahini separate until serving if you want its flavor to remain distinct.
Yes, you can freeze bread kadayif with tahini, although thawing may change the syrup-soaked base’s texture. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and add fresh tahini after thawing rather than before freezing.
Bread kadayif with tahini contains sugary syrup, which can raise blood glucose. Portion size and meal planning matter for diabetes; ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual blood-glucose targets and treatment plan.
Vitamins
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Vitamin K
8.4µg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.84mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Bread Kadayif with Tahini is a Turkish dessert made by soaking a special, dried bread base in syrup and topping it with tahini. The bread turns soft and saturated with syrup, while tahini brings a nutty, slightly savoury contrast. It is a rich, sweet combination rather than a light cake.
In Turkey, it is usually served after a meal or for guests and special occasions, often with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee. The bread and syrup make it mainly a carbohydrate- and sugar-rich dessert; tahini adds richness and some fat. If you want a less heavy serving, choose a smaller piece and pair it with unsweetened tea instead of adding extra syrup.
Low
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Low
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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
1.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.