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Cheese künefe with less kadayıf Calories
Cheese-filled syrup dessert with less shredded pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Cheese künefe with less kadayıf (120 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.3 g of carbs, 11 g of protein, 15.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
374
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
47.3g
· 17% DV
Protein
11g
· 22% DV
Fat
15.7g
· 20% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 12% · Fat 37%
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.7 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.29 g | |
| Sodium | 355 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
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 Serving of Cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 749 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1560 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese künefe with less kadayıf
What is the difference between cheese künefe with less kadayıf and regular künefe?
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf has a higher proportion of melted cheese and a thinner layer of shredded pastry than a standard version. That makes the cheese more prominent, while reducing the crisp pastry contrast that is characteristic of künefe.
What cheese is best for cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
A mild, unsalted cheese that melts and stretches is best for cheese künefe with less kadayıf. Traditional künefe uses a local künefelik cheese; low-moisture mozzarella can work as a substitute, but salty or strongly flavored cheeses can overpower the syrup.
How do you make cheese künefe with less kadayıf at home?
To make cheese künefe with less kadayıf, coat shredded kadayıf with melted butter, press some into a pan, add the cheese, then cover it with the remaining pastry and cook until crisp. Pour prepared syrup over the hot dessert and serve promptly.
Why is cheese künefe with less kadayıf served hot?
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf is served hot because the melted cheese is soft and stretchy straight from the pan. As it cools, the cheese firms up and the pastry loses its crispness, so it is best eaten soon after cooking.
What should you serve with cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
Plain ice cream or clotted cream is commonly served with cheese künefe with less kadayıf. Their cool, creamy texture contrasts with the hot syrupy dessert; unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee also makes a good accompaniment.
Can you make cheese künefe with less kadayıf without a copper pan?
Yes, you can make cheese künefe with less kadayıf in a heavy nonstick or cast-iron pan if you do not have a traditional copper pan. Use moderate heat and press the pastry evenly so it browns without burning before the cheese melts.
Does using less kadayıf change the texture of cheese künefe?
Yes, using less kadayıf makes cheese künefe softer and more cheese-forward, with less crisp shredded pastry in each bite. Keep enough pastry to enclose the filling; otherwise, melted cheese may leak into the pan while cooking.
How should you store leftover cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
Store leftover cheese künefe with less kadayıf covered in the refrigerator and eat it promptly, ideally the next day. The pastry softens as it sits, so reheat portions in a pan to bring back some crispness and melt the cheese.
How do you reheat cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
Reheat cheese künefe with less kadayıf in a covered pan over low heat until the cheese softens and the pastry warms through. Avoid high heat, which can burn the syrup-coated exterior before the center is heated.
Can you prepare cheese künefe with less kadayıf ahead of time?
You can assemble cheese künefe with less kadayıf shortly before cooking, but it is best cooked and syruped just before serving. If assembled too far ahead, the kadayıf can absorb moisture and lose the crisp texture that distinguishes fresh künefe.
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.86µg · 36% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
Vitamin A
115.2µg · 13% DV
B5
0.46mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
211mg · 30% DV
Calcium
298mg · 30% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Iodine
24µg · 16% DV
Sodium
355mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
158mg · 5% DV
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese künefe with less kadayıf
To burn the 374 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 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 künefe with less kadayıf?
Cheese künefe with less kadayıf is a hot, syrup-soaked dessert associated especially with Hatay and Antakya in southern Turkey. It is made by sandwiching melting, usually unsalted cheese between strands of kadayıf pastry, then cooking it until browned and adding syrup. In this version, there is less pastry, so the cheese filling stands out more.
The top is lightly crisp while the centre is soft and stretchy. It is usually served straight from the pan or oven, sometimes topped with pistachios or clotted cream. The cheese contributes some protein, but syrup and pastry make this a carbohydrate-rich sweet. Sharing a portion or skipping extra syrup is an easy way to enjoy it more lightly.
How Nutritious Is Cheese künefe with less kadayıf?
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 künefe with less kadayıf 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 künefe with less kadayıf Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese künefe with less kadayıf 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 künefe with less kadayıf Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.91g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.4:1).
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