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Creamy milk dessert with dark chocolate and biscuit layers
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Dark Chocolate Magnolia (180 g) has 446 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.4 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 22.5 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
446
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
55.4g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
22.5g
· 29% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 446 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.5 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 12.78 g | 64% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 173 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
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) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 45 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 496 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 620 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 794 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Dark Chocolate Magnolia is a chilled, layered dessert made with creamy chocolate pudding and crushed biscuits. It is a chocolate variation of the Turkish-style magnolia dessert, often assembled in cups so the biscuit and cream layers are visible.
Make Dark Chocolate Magnolia by cooking a milk-based pudding with dark chocolate, cooling it, then layering it with crushed biscuits in cups. Chill the cups before serving so the pudding sets and the biscuits soften.
Dark Chocolate Magnolia takes its name from the magnolia dessert popularized in Turkey, often linked to Magnolia Bakery in New York. The name refers to the dessert style, not to magnolia flowers; recipes vary, and the exact origin of the Turkish version is not definitive.
Dark Chocolate Magnolia is typically defined by chocolate pudding and biscuit layers, while American banana pudding commonly includes sliced bananas and vanilla pudding. Some magnolia recipes use fruit, but banana is not required in the dark chocolate version.
Plain tea biscuits, digestive biscuits, or vanilla wafers can all work in Dark Chocolate Magnolia. Use finely crushed biscuits for even layers, or leave slightly larger crumbs if you want more texture against the smooth chocolate pudding.
Yes, serve Dark Chocolate Magnolia chilled. Refrigeration helps the pudding set and lets the biscuit layers soften, making the cups easier to spoon through; add any crisp topping just before serving to preserve its texture.
Dark Chocolate Magnolia usually keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. The biscuits continue to absorb moisture and become softer over time, so the dessert is best enjoyed soon after it has chilled.
Yes, Dark Chocolate Magnolia can be frozen, but the pudding may separate slightly and the biscuits can turn mushy after thawing. Freeze individual portions in airtight containers and thaw them in the refrigerator for a more even texture.
Dark Chocolate Magnolia pudding turns lumpy when starch or flour is not fully dispersed before heating, or when the mixture cooks without steady whisking. Whisk the dry ingredients into cold milk first, then cook over moderate heat while stirring continuously.
Yes, Dark Chocolate Magnolia is well suited to making ahead because chilling helps its layers settle. Prepare it in covered cups and refrigerate; add toppings such as biscuit crumbs or chocolate shavings shortly before serving so they stay distinct.
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
Vitamin A
122.4µg · 14% DV
B5
0.56mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
227mg · 32% DV
Manganese
0.52mg · 23% DV
Iodine
32µg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
367mg · 11% DV
Sodium
173mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dark Chocolate Magnolia is a Turkish café-style layered pudding, made with a creamy milk-based custard, dark chocolate and crushed biscuits. It is usually assembled in individual glasses or cups, with the biscuit and chocolate layered through the pudding.
Served chilled, it combines a smooth, rich texture with a little biscuit crunch; the dark chocolate gives the sweetness a pleasantly bittersweet edge. In Turkey it is a popular dessert after a meal or alongside coffee, and it also works well for a make-ahead treat at home. At 248 kcal per 100 g, it is a fairly rich dessert; smaller cups or a lighter biscuit layer make a less-heavy serving.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
12.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.