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A rectangular slice of layered dessert with a golden-brown rusk base, a thick smooth ivory custard layer, and a fluffy white cream topping dusted with fine pale crumbs, served on a small plate.

Creamy Etimek Dessert Calories

Turkish dessert with syrup-soaked bread, creamy custard, and whipped topping

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

220kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Creamy Etimek Dessert (80 g) has 176 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Creamy Etimek Dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g

176

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

27.2g

· 10% DV

Protein

3.4g

· 7% DV

Fat

6g

· 8% 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 62% · Protein 8% · Fat 30%

Creamy Etimek Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories176 kcal
Total fat6 g8%
Saturated fat3.36 g17%
Trans fat0.03 g
Sodium88 mg4%
Total carbohydrate27.2 g10%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein3.4 g7%

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 Creamy Etimek Dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g176 kcal
1 piece (small)50 g110 kcal
1 slice (thin)60 g132 kcal
1 serving (medium)80 g176 kcal
100 g100 g220 kcal
1 slice (thick)100 g220 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g264 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g330 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)150 g330 kcal

Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Creamy Etimek Dessert

How do you make Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Creamy Etimek Dessert is made by layering syrup-soaked Turkish toasted bread slices with custard and usually whipped topping. Arrange the etimek in a dish, pour over the syrup, spread on cooled custard, then add the topping and chill until set.

What is etimek in Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Etimek is a crisp, toasted Turkish bread slice used as the base of Creamy Etimek Dessert. It absorbs the syrup while keeping enough structure to support the custard, unlike soft sandwich bread, which can turn mushy.

What syrup goes on Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Creamy Etimek Dessert usually uses a simple sugar-and-water syrup. It is commonly poured hot over the arranged etimek so the slices absorb it; add it evenly and avoid flooding the dish, which can leave the base soggy.

Can you make Creamy Etimek Dessert the day before?

Yes, Creamy Etimek Dessert can be made a day ahead and chilled, giving the layers time to settle and the etimek time to absorb the syrup. For the neatest finish, add the whipped topping closer to serving.

Why does Creamy Etimek Dessert get watery?

Creamy Etimek Dessert can turn watery if the custard is undercooked or the whipped topping is spread over warm custard. Cook the custard until thick, let it cool completely, and keep the assembled dessert covered in the refrigerator.

How long does Creamy Etimek Dessert last in the fridge?

Creamy Etimek Dessert keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains dairy custard and whipped topping, do not leave it out for extended periods, and discard it if its smell or texture changes.

Can you freeze Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Freezing Creamy Etimek Dessert is not recommended. The custard and whipped topping can separate and become watery after thawing, while the etimek may lose its texture; refrigerate it instead and enjoy it within a few days.

What can you use instead of whipped topping on Creamy Etimek Dessert?

You can top Creamy Etimek Dessert with lightly sweetened whipped cream or another layer of custard instead of whipped topping. Make sure the dessert is fully cool first, and add whipped cream shortly before serving for a firmer finish.

How do you keep the etimek layer from getting soggy in Creamy Etimek Dessert?

To keep the base of Creamy Etimek Dessert from getting too soggy, pour the syrup evenly and use only enough to moisten the etimek. Let excess syrup drain rather than pooling in the dish, and avoid crushing the slices as you arrange them.

Where does Creamy Etimek Dessert come from?

Creamy Etimek Dessert is a Turkish home-style layered dessert built around etimek, a toasted bread product, syrup, and milk custard. Recipes vary by household; whipped topping is a common finish, while nuts or cinnamon may be added for serving.

Creamy Etimek Dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.2µg · 8% DV

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2µg · 7% DV

B5

0.28mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

44mg · 6% DV

Calcium

56mg · 6% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Selenium

2.4µg · 4% DV

Sodium

88mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

72mg · 2% DV

Creamy Etimek Dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

17.6
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Creamy Etimek Dessert

To burn the 176 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

44min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

24min

Cycling

🏊

21min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Creamy Etimek Dessert is a Turkish layered sweet made with etimek—crisp, dry bread rusks—soaked in syrup and topped with custard, often finished with whipped cream. It is a popular home-style dessert, and chilling it before serving lets the layers set and the rusks soften.

Served cold, it combines tender, syrupy bread with smooth custard and a light creamy topping. In Turkey it is commonly offered after a meal or with tea, especially when guests come over. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates, so a modest slice makes a satisfying sweet rather than an everyday staple. For a less rich version, use a little less syrup and keep the whipped topping light.

How Nutritious Is Creamy Etimek Dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

28/ 100

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 Creamy Etimek Dessert 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 Creamy Etimek Dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Creamy Etimek Dessert Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not 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

Creamy Etimek Dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.36g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.68g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.14g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.