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Caramelized syrup-soaked etimek, milk cream layer, topped with clotted cream or whipped cream
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Etimek dessert with cream (90 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
189
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 7% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.42 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 45 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Etimek dessert with cream is made with dry Turkish rusks soaked in caramelized sugar syrup, covered with a milk-based custard, and finished with clotted cream or whipped cream. Chopped nuts or coconut are common optional toppings.
To make etimek dessert with cream, arrange the rusks in a dish, pour caramelized syrup over them, then spread cooled milk custard on top. Chill until set and finish with clotted cream or whipped cream just before serving.
Etimek is a dry, crisp Turkish rusk used as the base of etimek dessert with cream. It absorbs the caramelized syrup and softens while retaining enough structure to support the custard and cream layers.
Yes, you can prepare etimek dessert with cream ahead, and chilling gives the rusks time to absorb the syrup and the custard time to set. Keep it covered in the refrigerator; add whipped cream or clotted cream closer to serving for the neatest finish.
Etimek dessert with cream can turn soggy if the rusks are flooded with too much syrup or the custard is spread on before the syrup has been absorbed. Pour the syrup evenly, let the base soften, and avoid adding extra liquid once the rusks are saturated.
Yes, whipped cream works well on etimek dessert with cream and gives it a lighter topping than clotted cream. Let the custard cool completely before adding either topping so the cream does not melt or lose its texture.
Plain, unsalted rusks or neutral-tasting crisp toast can stand in for etimek in etimek dessert with cream. Avoid strongly seasoned or salty crackers, which can clash with the caramel syrup and sweet custard.
Store etimek dessert with cream covered in the refrigerator because its custard and cream layers are perishable. Return leftovers to the fridge promptly after serving, and use them within about three days for the best texture.
Freezing etimek dessert with cream is not recommended. The custard and cream can separate and release water as they thaw, while the syrup-soaked rusks become mushy. Refrigerate it instead and serve it chilled.
Caramelized syrup sweetens and softens the dry etimek while giving the dessert its characteristic caramel flavor. It is poured over the rusks before the custard is added, so the base absorbs it without mixing into the creamy layers.
Vitamins
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B12
0.16µg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.98µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
49.5µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Calcium
77mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Etimek dessert with cream is a Turkish home-style layered sweet made with etimek, crisp toasted bread rusks. The slices are softened with caramel syrup, covered with a milk-based custard, then finished with clotted cream or whipped cream. It is a familiar choice for home entertaining, with variations in the creamy topping.
After chilling, it is cut into squares and served as a dessert, often alongside tea or after a shared meal. The syrup-soaked base is tender, while the dairy layer makes each bite smooth and rich. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with 36 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a less rich serving, use a lighter hand with the topping; unsweetened tea makes a pleasant pairing.
Low
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Low
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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
3.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.