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Traditional Turkish drink, cinnamon-flavored, sweet and refreshing
In season: Summer · Spring · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cinnamon Sherbet (200 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 48 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
96
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 1% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 400 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 48 calories per 100 g.
Cinnamon Sherbet is a traditional Turkish cinnamon-flavored drink, not a frozen dessert. It is usually served chilled and is commonly sweetened, though recipes and serving styles vary.
To make Cinnamon Sherbet, simmer cinnamon in water so its flavor infuses, then strain and sweeten the liquid. Chill it before serving; home recipes can vary in their choice and amount of sweetener or spices.
Cinnamon Sherbet is typically made with water, cinnamon, and sugar. Some versions include additional spices, such as cloves, so the exact ingredients depend on the recipe.
Cinnamon Sherbet is generally served cold or chilled. The cinnamon may be steeped in hot water during preparation, but the drink is cooled before it is poured and served.
No, Cinnamon Sherbet does not naturally contain caffeine. Its basic ingredients are cinnamon and water, unlike coffee or tea; a particular recipe may differ if other ingredients are added.
Yes, you can make Cinnamon Sherbet without sugar or use less of it. Cinnamon provides the flavor, while the sweetener is added to taste in many traditional recipes rather than being essential to the drink.
No, Cinnamon Sherbet is not simply cinnamon tea. It is a traditional Turkish sherbet drink, often sweetened and served chilled, while cinnamon tea is usually served hot and may not be sweetened.
Keep homemade Cinnamon Sherbet covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a short time. Discard it if its smell, taste, or appearance changes, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long periods.
You can drink Cinnamon Sherbet regularly, but sweetened versions add a sugary drink to your day. If you enjoy it often, make it less sweet and treat it as a beverage rather than a remedy.
Cinnamon Sherbet pairs well with Turkish meals and snacks, including savory dishes and pastries. Serve it chilled in a small glass; its sweet, spiced flavor can complement an iftar spread as well.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
1mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
28mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.3mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Cinnamon Sherbet is a traditional Turkish drink made by steeping cinnamon in water and sweetening the infusion. Recipes vary in sweetness, but cinnamon gives it its distinctive warm, fragrant character. It is usually served chilled, making it a refreshing option in warm weather or a welcome drink to offer guests.
Its sweet, gently spiced flavour works well alongside savoury pastries and richly seasoned dishes, or as a simple after-meal refreshment. It is mostly carbohydrate, with little protein or fat; at 48 calories per 100 g, it is lighter than many sweet drinks, though the sugar still adds up. For a less-sweet cup, use less sugar or dilute it with cold water while keeping the cinnamon flavour.
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.
Medium
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.