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Rich syrup-soaked Turkish dessert with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream (140 g) has 498 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.9 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 25.5 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 140 g
498
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
59.9g
· 22% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
25.5g
· 33% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 7% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 498 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.5 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 9.94 g | 50% |
| Trans fat | 0.28 g | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.9 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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) | 140 g | 498 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 28 g | 100 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 55 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 249 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 110 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 180 g | 641 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 783 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream is a processed Turkish dessert made from a baked bread-like base soaked in syrup, then topped with tahini, pistachios and clotted cream. The cream is usually added for serving.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream is made by soaking the baked kadayif base with syrup and letting it rest until tender. Add the tahini, pistachios and clotted cream just before serving so the toppings keep their texture.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream is a variation of Turkish ekmek kadayıfı, a dessert particularly associated with Afyonkarahisar. Tahini and pistachios are additions to the familiar syrup-soaked base, often served with kaymak.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream uses a soft, bread-like base soaked in syrup, while regular shredded kadayif is made with fine strands of dough. Tahini and pistachios add further toppings to this bread-based version.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream can stay hard if the base is too dry or browned, or if it has not had time to absorb the syrup. Add syrup gradually and let the dessert rest before serving.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream is commonly served cooled, with the toppings added afterward. Keeping the base cool helps prevent the clotted cream from melting; if you prefer it warm, heat the base gently before adding the toppings.
Unsweetened Turkish coffee or tea goes well with bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream. The dessert is rich and syrupy, so a plain drink balances it better than serving it alongside another sweet.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator because it contains clotted cream. For the best texture, store the syrupy base separately and add the cream shortly before serving.
Yes, the syrup-soaked base of bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream can be frozen. Freeze it without the clotted cream and tahini, then thaw it and add fresh toppings, since freezing can affect their texture.
Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream contains syrup that can raise blood glucose. People managing diabetes should account for the portion in their meal plan and ask their doctor or dietitian how it fits their individual care.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
165.2µg · 18% DV
Vitamin E
2.66mg · 18% DV
B12
0.39µg · 16% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
179mg · 26% DV
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Selenium
9.52µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
246mg · 7% DV
Sodium
165mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Bread kadayif with tahini, pistachio and clotted cream is a Turkish dessert made by soaking a special bread base in syrup, then finishing it with tahini, pistachios and kaymak, a thick clotted cream. Recipes and toppings can vary between cooks and regions.
The base is soft and syrupy, while tahini adds a roasted, savoury note, pistachios bring crunch and kaymak makes each bite creamy. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal at home or in a dessert shop, often with tea or coffee. Its syrup and rich toppings make it an energy-dense sweet, best suited to a smaller portion if you want a lighter dessert; unsweetened tea makes a good accompaniment.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.94g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 68:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (68:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.