EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

🥮

Dövme Kadayif Calories

Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert with butter and nuts

CALORIES · 100 G

420kcal

GI

68high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

164mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Dövme Kadayif (75 g) has 315 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.1 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 14.3 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 11.9 µg of Selenium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Dövme Kadayif Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g

315

KCAL / 75G

Carbs

43.1g

· 16% DV

Protein

4.7g

· 9% DV

Fat

14.3g

· 18% DV

Fiber

1.6g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%

Dövme Kadayif nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories315 kcal
Total fat14.3 g18%
Saturated fat7.05 g35%
Trans fat0.29 g
Sodium129 mg6%
Total carbohydrate43.1 g16%
Fiber1.6 g6%
Protein4.7 g9%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Medium Dövme Kadayif?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)75 g315 kcal
1 piece (small)35 g147 kcal
1 piece (thin)55 g231 kcal
1 serving (medium)75 g315 kcal
100 g100 g420 kcal
1 piece (large)100 g420 kcal
1 cup (shredded)120 g504 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)130 g546 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g630 kcal

Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dövme Kadayif

What is Dövme Kadayif made of?

Dövme Kadayif is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry dessert made with kadayif pastry, butter, and nuts. Recipes differ by household and region, but the contrast between the pastry, rich filling, and sweet syrup defines the dish.

How do you make Dövme Kadayif at home?

To make Dövme Kadayif, prepare and shape the kadayif pastry with butter and a nut filling, cook it, then add syrup. The exact shaping and cooking method varies between recipes, so add the syrup gradually to avoid making the pastry soggy.

Is Dövme Kadayif the same as tel kadayıf?

No, Dövme Kadayif is not simply another name for tel kadayıf. Tel kadayıf is recognizable by its fine, thread-like pastry, while Dövme Kadayif refers to a different preparation and shaping style; recipes can vary by region.

Why is it called Dövme Kadayif?

“Dövme” points to the way the kadayif is prepared or worked in this style, rather than identifying a separate type of syrup. The exact technique can differ across regional and family recipes, so the finished shapes and textures are not always identical.

What nuts are used in Dövme Kadayif?

Walnuts and pistachios are common choices for Dövme Kadayif. The preferred nut depends on the recipe: walnuts give a robust, earthy filling, while pistachios add a distinct aroma and color.

How should Dövme Kadayif be served?

Serve Dövme Kadayif after it has absorbed the syrup, cut into portions and topped with extra nuts if desired. Turkish coffee or tea makes a traditional accompaniment to this rich dessert.

How do you keep leftover Dövme Kadayif?

Store leftover Dövme Kadayif in a covered container in the refrigerator to keep it from drying out or absorbing other food odors. Chilling can soften its texture, so let a portion come closer to room temperature before serving.

Can you reheat Dövme Kadayif?

Yes, reheat Dövme Kadayif gently in a low oven or in short bursts in the microwave. Avoid prolonged heating, which can dry the pastry or make it overly soft; warm only the portion you plan to eat.

Can Dövme Kadayif be frozen?

Yes, Dövme Kadayif can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized packaging. Thaw it in the refrigerator and expect some change in texture, since syrup-soaked pastry may not retain its original crispness after freezing.

Can people with diabetes eat Dövme Kadayif?

People with diabetes may be able to fit a small portion of Dövme Kadayif into their meal plan, but its syrup can raise blood glucose. Ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual treatment and eating plan.

Dövme Kadayif Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.18mg · 15% DV

Vitamin A

88.5µg · 10% DV

Vitamin E

1.42mg · 9% DV

B3

1.35mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Selenium

12µg · 22% DV

Manganese

0.47mg · 20% DV

Copper

0.17mg · 19% DV

Phosphorus

95mg · 14% DV

Sodium

129mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

123mg · 4% DV

Dövme Kadayif Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

23.3
High

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

How to Burn Off Dövme Kadayif

To burn the 315 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):

🚶

78min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

32min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

43min

Cycling

🏊

37min

Swimming

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

What is Dövme Kadayif?

Dövme Kadayif is a traditional Turkish kadayıf dessert made with pastry, butter and nuts, then soaked in syrup. Recipes and shaping methods vary by region and household, but the syrup and buttery pastry give it its characteristic richness.

The inside is moist and tender, with a lightly crisp surface when freshly baked; nuts add a pleasing crunch against the sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal, for guests or alongside tea, and Turkish communities abroad enjoy it as a celebratory sweet too. It is an energy-dense dessert rather than an everyday snack, so a modest piece with unsweetened tea is a good choice if you want to keep the serving lighter.

How Nutritious Is Dövme Kadayif?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 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

20/ 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 Dövme Kadayif 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 Dövme Kadayif Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Dövme Kadayif 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

Dövme Kadayif Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.05g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.54g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.82g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 45.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (45.3:1).

Compare Dövme Kadayif

🥮vs🍬
Dövme Kadayif vs Rose Turkish delight90 kcal more per 100 g
→
🥮vs🍯
Dövme Kadayif vs Caramel sauce100 kcal more per 100 g
→
🥮vs🍫
Dövme Kadayif vs Dark chocolate120 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🥮vs🍮
Dövme Kadayif vs Höşmerim100 kcal more per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Dövme Kadayif

🍬

Rose Turkish delight

330 kcal

🍯

Caramel sauce

320 kcal

🍫

Dark chocolate

540 kcal

🍮

Höşmerim

320 kcal

🍫

Chocolate sauce

210 kcal

🍬

Fruit Leather

320 kcal

🍬

Pistachio Turkish Delight

370 kcal

🍮

Kazandibi

145 kcal

Have another question about Dövme Kadayif?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.