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Cheese baklava Calories
Syrup-soaked layered pastry with cheese filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cheese baklava (80 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 120 mg of Phosphorus covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese baklava Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
288
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
14.4g
· 18% 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 46% · Protein 9% · Fat 45%
Cheese baklava nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.4 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.8 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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 Cheese baklava?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 35 g | 126 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 95 g | 342 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 432 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 160 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese baklava
What is cheese baklava?
Cheese baklava is a sweet pastry made with layers of thin filo and a cheese filling, then baked and soaked with syrup. Unlike many familiar baklavas, its filling gives the pastry a soft, lightly tangy center.
What cheese is used in cheese baklava?
Cheese baklava is usually made with a mild, unsalted or well-rinsed fresh cheese that melts without releasing too much water. Regional recipes may use local cheeses, so the filling can be softer or stretchier from one version to another.
Is cheese baklava sweet or savory?
Cheese baklava is a sweet dessert, not a savory cheese pastry. The cheese balances the syrup with a mild, slightly tangy taste, while the filo layers and syrup give it the familiar sweet, crisp-and-soft contrast.
How is cheese baklava different from kunafa?
Cheese baklava uses layered filo pastry, while kunafa is made with fine strands of shredded pastry or kadayif. Both can combine cheese and syrup, but their textures and preparation are different.
Where does cheese baklava come from?
Cheese baklava is especially associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey, where baklava-making is a well-known culinary tradition. Recipes vary by maker and region, particularly in the type of cheese and how the syrup is added.
How is cheese baklava traditionally served?
Cheese baklava is usually served at room temperature or slightly warm, after the syrup has soaked in. Let it rest after baking so the filling settles and the pastry is easier to portion without losing its layered texture.
Why is the cheese filling in cheese baklava watery?
The filling can turn watery if the cheese has not been drained well or if the pastry is covered while still hot. Drain fresh cheese before using it, and let baked cheese baklava release its steam before storing.
How should you store leftover cheese baklava?
Store leftover cheese baklava covered in a cool, dry place, away from heat. Because it contains fresh cheese, refrigerate it if you need to keep it longer, then let it lose its chill before serving.
Can you reheat cheese baklava?
Yes, you can gently reheat cheese baklava in a low oven to warm the filling and revive some crispness. Avoid the microwave, which can make the filo chewy and heat the cheese unevenly.
Can cheese baklava be frozen?
Yes, cheese baklava can be frozen in an airtight container, though the filo may be less crisp after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it gently in the oven rather than using a microwave.
Cheese baklava Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.28µg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
96µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Calcium
112mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Sodium
176mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Cheese baklava Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese baklava
To burn the 288 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 Cheese baklava?
Cheese baklava is a regional variation of baklava made with thin pastry layers, a fresh, usually unsalted cheese filling and syrup poured over the baked pastry. It is associated with southeastern Turkey, though the cheese and preparation can vary from one local recipe to another.
The outside is crisp and buttery, while the centre is soft and mildly savoury beneath the sweet syrup. In Turkey it is served as a dessert or festive treat, often in a small piece with tea; elsewhere, it works well as a rich sweet to share after a meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate and fat, with some protein from the cheese. Choose a modest portion and pair it with unsweetened tea if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Cheese baklava?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Cheese baklava 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 Cheese baklava Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese baklava Good For?
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
Cheese baklava Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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