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Light milk-based dessert with curd cheese, source of protein and calcium
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Curd cheese pudding (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
7.8g
· 16% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 22% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
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 | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Curd cheese pudding is a soft dessert made with curd cheese, usually combined with milk and a sweetener. Recipes may also use eggs or a thickener, so its texture can range from spoonable to firm enough to slice.
No. Curd cheese pudding is usually a softer, simpler dessert, while cheesecake commonly uses cream cheese and has a biscuit or pastry base. Some baked curd cheese puddings resemble cheesecake, but the ingredients and texture differ.
Yes, curd cheese pudding can be made on the stovetop without baking. Heat the mixture gently while stirring until it thickens, then chill it to set; a recipe intended for baking may need a different thickener.
Curd cheese pudding can turn watery if the curd cheese contains excess whey or the mixture has not thickened or chilled enough. Drain wet cheese first, and follow the recipe’s cooking and chilling steps before serving.
For smooth curd cheese pudding, blend the curd cheese with the milk before mixing in the other ingredients. If the cheese is especially grainy, pressing it through a fine sieve can make the finished dessert more even.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace curd cheese in curd cheese pudding, but the result may taste tangier and have a different texture. Drain it well and blend it smooth before adding it to the mixture.
Fresh berries, sliced fruit, citrus zest, or a little cinnamon pair well with curd cheese pudding. Add juicy fruit just before serving, since leaving it on the pudding can release liquid and soften the surface.
Yes, curd cheese pudding can be made without eggs, especially when it is thickened on the stovetop. Use a recipe designed for an egg-free version, since eggs help baked puddings set and cannot always be omitted directly.
Store curd cheese pudding covered in the refrigerator and return leftovers to the fridge promptly after serving. Keep it separate from toppings that release juice, and use a clean spoon each time to avoid contaminating the dessert.
Curd cheese pudding can be frozen, but thawing may make it grainy or release liquid because the dairy mixture changes texture. Freeze it only if that texture change is acceptable, then thaw it slowly in the refrigerator.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Zinc
0.72mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Curd cheese pudding combines mild curd cheese with a milk-based pudding mixture. It is a homestyle dessert found in Turkish cooking; recipes vary, often adding sugar and something to give the mixture a smooth, spoonable set. The curd makes it more substantial than a plain milk pudding while keeping its flavour gentle.
Serve it chilled after a meal or as a simple afternoon treat, perhaps topped with fresh fruit. It offers protein and calcium from dairy, with 6.5 g of protein per 100 g. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the sugar in the recipe and let the curd’s mild tang come through.
Medium
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 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
✓ 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
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.