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Cheese helva Calories
Cheese helva
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cheese helva (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese helva Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
192
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 10% · Fat 34%
Cheese helva nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 helva?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese helva
What is cheese helva made of?
Cheese helva is a Turkish sweet made by cooking fresh cheese with sugar and flour or semolina. Recipes vary by region, and some versions are baked until the top turns golden.
Where does cheese helva come from?
Cheese helva is associated especially with northwestern Turkey, including Çanakkale and Tekirdağ. Local recipes differ in the cheese and whether flour or semolina is used, so the name covers several related styles.
What kind of cheese is used in cheese helva?
Cheese helva is usually made with fresh, unsalted cheese that softens and melts when heated. Strongly salted or aged cheese can throw off the sweet flavor; using ricotta-like cheese may also change the texture.
How do you make cheese helva at home?
To make cheese helva, cook fresh cheese with sugar and flour or semolina, stirring until the mixture thickens. Spread it in a dish and bake the top if you want the browned finish found in some Turkish versions.
Is cheese helva served warm or cold?
Cheese helva can be served warm or cold. Warm helva is softer and may have a stretchy texture, while chilling makes it firmer; gently reheat leftovers if you prefer a softer serving.
Why is cheese helva stretchy?
Cheese helva can stretch because its fresh cheese softens as it cooks. The effect depends on the cheese and recipe, so a salty, aged, or poorly melting cheese may produce a firmer, less elastic sweet.
How is cheese helva different from tahini halva?
Cheese helva is cooked from cheese, sugar, and flour or semolina, while tahini halva is made mainly from sesame paste and sugar. They have different ingredients, textures, and serving traditions.
Can you use ricotta to make cheese helva?
Ricotta can be used as a substitute in a home version of cheese helva, but it may make the result softer or less stretchy than the fresh unsalted cheese used in many Turkish recipes. Drain excess moisture first.
How should you store cheese helva?
Store cheese helva covered in the refrigerator because it contains fresh cheese. Avoid leaving it out for an extended period, and warm a portion gently before serving if you want to soften its texture.
Can you freeze cheese helva?
Yes, cheese helva can be frozen, although thawing may make it grainier or release moisture. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently before serving.
Cheese helva Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
108mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Sodium
132mg · 6% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Cheese helva Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese helva
To burn the 192 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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 helva?
Cheese helva is a regional Turkish sweet, particularly associated with Çanakkale and parts of Thrace. It is made by cooking fresh, unsalted cheese with flour, butter and sugar; some versions are baked until the top turns golden, and recipes vary from place to place.
Its texture is soft and dense, sometimes slightly stretchy, with the cheese’s gentle tang balancing the sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served as a dessert after a meal, warm or at room temperature, and can also accompany tea. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with a little protein from the cheese and very little fibre. For a lighter serving, enjoy a small piece with unsweetened tea rather than adding extra toppings.
How Nutritious Is Cheese helva?
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 helva 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 helva Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese helva Good For?
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
Cheese helva Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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