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Layered dessert with cake, muhallebi (milk pudding), and chocolate
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate dessert with cake and muhallebi (120 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 81.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
264
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 8% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Chocolate dessert with cake and muhallebi is a layered chilled sweet combining cake, Turkish milk pudding, and chocolate. Recipes vary: the chocolate may be poured over the top as a sauce, folded into a layer, or added as a garnish.
Bake or prepare a cake layer and let it cool, then cook the milk pudding until thick. Layer the cake and muhallebi in a dish, add chocolate sauce or ganache, and chill until the layers hold together when served.
The cake usually gets soggy when it is oversoaked or layered with hot pudding. Let both components cool before assembling, and avoid adding extra milk unless your recipe specifically calls for it; a moist cake does not need additional soaking.
Yes, you can assemble chocolate dessert with cake and muhallebi a day ahead. Cover it and refrigerate so the pudding sets and the layers meld; add crisp toppings, such as chocolate shavings or nuts, shortly before serving.
Keep chocolate dessert with cake and muhallebi covered in the refrigerator and eat it within about 2–3 days. Because it contains milk pudding, do not leave it sitting at room temperature for extended periods, and return leftovers to the fridge promptly.
It can be frozen, but the milk pudding may turn watery or grainy after thawing, so the texture may suffer. For the best result, refrigerate and enjoy it fresh; if freezing, use an airtight container and thaw it in the refrigerator.
Dark chocolate is a good choice when you want to balance the sweetness of the cake and pudding, while milk chocolate makes the dessert sweeter and creamier. For a smooth topping, melt the chocolate gently rather than heating it rapidly.
Yes, it is usually served chilled. Refrigeration firms the muhallebi and makes the dessert easier to portion; serve it straight from the fridge or let it stand briefly if you prefer a softer cake texture.
Muhallebi can turn lumpy if flour or starch is not mixed smoothly into the milk, or if the mixture is left unstirred as it heats. Whisk the dry thickener into cold milk first, then stir continuously over moderate heat until thick.
Yes, brownies can replace the cake, but they make the dessert denser and richer. Let them cool completely and use a thinner layer so the chocolate and muhallebi remain distinct rather than becoming one heavy, soft layer.
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
82mg · 12% DV
Calcium
94mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chocolate dessert with cake and muhallebi brings together layers of soft cake, Turkish milk pudding and chocolate. Recipes vary, but the pudding usually sits between cake layers, with chocolate added over or between them. It is best known as a home-style or bakery-style layered sweet rather than a single fixed recipe, and chilling helps the layers hold together when sliced.
The texture is tender and creamy, with chocolate adding a richer, sweeter finish. In Turkey it is commonly served cold after a meal or offered with tea; elsewhere, it works well as a make-ahead dessert for sharing. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat, with 220 calories per 100 g. Serve a modest slice with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want a less-sweet pairing.
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
— Not 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
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.