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Cup Kadayif Dessert Calories
Syrupy, shredded kadayif, walnut filling, often served with milk or clotted cream, traditional Turkish dessert
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cup Kadayif Dessert (90 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.6 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cup Kadayif Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
288
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
48.6g
· 18% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% 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 66% · Protein 5% · Fat 29%
Cup Kadayif Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.42 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 Cup Kadayif Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cup Kadayif Dessert
What is Cup Kadayif Dessert?
Cup Kadayif Dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked dessert made by shaping shredded kadayif into small cups, filling them with walnuts and baking them. It is often served with milk or clotted cream.
Is Cup Kadayif Dessert the same as kunafa?
No, Cup Kadayif Dessert and kunafa are related but distinct desserts. Both use shredded pastry and syrup, but Cup Kadayif Dessert is shaped into individual cups and commonly filled with walnuts rather than the cheese filling often associated with kunafa.
How do you make Cup Kadayif Dessert at home?
To make Cup Kadayif Dessert, mix shredded kadayif with melted butter, press it into cup-shaped molds, add a walnut filling and bake until golden. Pour syrup over the baked portions and let them absorb it before serving.
Where does Cup Kadayif Dessert come from?
Cup Kadayif Dessert comes from Turkish cuisine and belongs to the family of syrup-soaked kadayif sweets. Its cup shape is a serving style rather than a tradition tied to one specific Turkish region.
Why is Cup Kadayif Dessert made in a cup shape?
Cup Kadayif Dessert is shaped in a cup to create individual portions with a hollow center for walnut filling. The shape also makes the dessert easy to serve neatly without cutting a tray of kadayif.
What should you serve with Cup Kadayif Dessert?
Milk or Turkish clotted cream, known as kaymak, are classic accompaniments to Cup Kadayif Dessert. Milk offers a simple contrast to the syrup, while kaymak adds a rich, creamy element.
How do you keep Cup Kadayif Dessert from getting soggy?
Keep Cup Kadayif Dessert from getting soggy by browning the kadayif well and adding only enough syrup for it to absorb. Serve it after the syrup has soaked in, rather than leaving it sitting in excess syrup.
Can you make Cup Kadayif Dessert without a special mold?
Yes, you can make Cup Kadayif Dessert without a special mold. Press the buttered kadayif into small oven-safe cups or a muffin tin, add the walnut filling, and bake; make sure the portions are firm enough to hold their shape.
How should you store leftover Cup Kadayif Dessert?
Store leftover Cup Kadayif Dessert in a covered container in the refrigerator. The syrup gradually softens the shredded pastry, so it is best enjoyed fresh if you want to preserve its crisp edges.
Can you freeze Cup Kadayif Dessert?
Yes, Cup Kadayif Dessert can be frozen in an airtight container, although thawing may make the kadayif less crisp. Thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it briefly before serving if you want to improve the texture.
Cup Kadayif Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B5
0.23mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
59mg · 8% DV
Selenium
4.05µg · 7% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
Cup Kadayif Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cup Kadayif Dessert
To burn the 288 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Cup Kadayif Dessert?
Cup Kadayif Dessert is made by shaping shredded kadayif pastry into small cup-like portions, filling them with walnuts, baking them and soaking them in syrup. It is a traditional Turkish dessert, with the individual shape making it easy to serve as a single portion.
The pastry is lightly crisp at the edges and soft with syrup inside; walnuts bring a pleasantly earthy contrast to the sweetness. In Turkey, it may be served after a meal with tea, milk or clotted cream. Syrup and pastry make it carbohydrate-rich and energy-dense. For a lighter serving, skip the cream and enjoy a smaller portion with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Cup Kadayif Dessert?
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 Cup Kadayif 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 Cup Kadayif Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cup Kadayif Dessert 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
Cup Kadayif Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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