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Rich cheesecake with pistachio and kadayif-inspired Dubai dessert profile
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Dubai cheesecake (120 g) has 474 calories. That works out to 395 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 8.2 g of protein, 32.2 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 252 µg of Vitamin A covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
474
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
8.2g
· 16% DV
Fat
32.2g
· 41% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 7% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 474 kcal | |
| Total fat | 32.2 g | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 17.76 g | 89% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.2 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 slice (medium) | 120 g | 474 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 35 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 178 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 277 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 316 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 395 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 160 g | 632 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 711 kcal |
Calculated from 395 calories per 100 g.
Dubai cheesecake is a cheesecake inspired by the popular Dubai chocolate flavour combination. It commonly pairs a creamy cheese filling with pistachio and buttery, crisp kataifi pastry, though bakeries use different bases, toppings, and layers.
To make Dubai cheesecake, prepare a biscuit crust and cheesecake filling, then add a layer of toasted kataifi mixed with pistachio cream. Some recipes bake the cheesecake filling; others use a chilled, no-bake method, so follow the method for your chosen recipe.
Dubai cheesecake tastes creamy and tangy, with sweet pistachio and buttery, crunchy kataifi. Chocolate is often added as a topping or layer, creating a richer flavour similar to the viral Dubai chocolate combination.
No, Dubai cheesecake is not the same as Dubai chocolate. Dubai chocolate is typically a chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream and crisp kataifi, while Dubai cheesecake uses those flavours in a cheesecake-style dessert.
Dubai cheesecake usually contains cream cheese, a biscuit crust, pistachio cream, and toasted kataifi pastry. Recipes may also include butter, chocolate, cream, or extra pistachios; there is no single standard recipe for this trendy dessert.
Toast the kataifi in butter until golden, then let it cool before mixing it with pistachio cream. For the crunchiest Dubai cheesecake, add that layer close to serving time, since moisture from the filling gradually softens the pastry.
Yes, you can make Dubai cheesecake without baking it by using a chilled cheesecake filling that sets in the refrigerator. Keep the toasted kataifi layer separate until the filling is firm or just before serving to preserve its texture.
Dubai cheesecake generally keeps for up to three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Its kataifi topping may lose its crunch as it absorbs moisture, so store extra toasted kataifi separately and add it just before serving.
Yes, Dubai cheesecake can be frozen in individually wrapped slices in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator; the cheesecake filling should remain usable, but the kataifi may soften, so add a fresh crunchy topping after thawing if possible.
Dubai cheesecake is a modern dessert trend inspired by the pistachio-and-kataifi filling popularized by Dubai chocolate. It is not a single traditional recipe from Dubai; cafés and home bakers have adapted the combination into their own cheesecake versions.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
252µg · 28% DV
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B5
0.66mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
154mg · 22% DV
Selenium
9.36µg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
186mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dubai cheesecake is a modern take on cheesecake inspired by the Dubai chocolate trend, rather than a traditional Emirati dessert. It usually combines a rich cream-cheese filling with pistachio and a crisp layer of shredded pastry reminiscent of kadayif; some versions also include chocolate. Recipes vary, so the balance of creamy, nutty and crunchy layers can differ from one bakery to another.
It is dense and smooth, with toasted, buttery crunch from the pastry. Serve a slice as dessert or alongside coffee, as is common in cafés and home-style gatherings. At about 395 calories per 100 g, it is an energy-dense treat; a smaller slice with fresh fruit or unsweetened coffee makes 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
17.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.