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Layered dessert of caramelized syrup-soaked etimek, custard, and whipped cream
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Etimek dessert with whipped cream (90 g) has 203 calories. That works out to 225 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.7 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
203
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
29.7g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% 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 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.95 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 189 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.7 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.9 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 | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 70 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 293 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 338 kcal |
Calculated from 225 calories per 100 g.
Etimek dessert with whipped cream is a Turkish layered dessert made with crisp etimek rusks soaked in syrup, topped with custard and whipped cream. It is chilled before serving so the rusks soften and the layers hold together.
Yes, etimek dessert with whipped cream is a Turkish home-style dessert. Its defining base is etimek, a crisp baked rusk, layered with syrup, custard and whipped cream rather than the sponge cake used in many other layered desserts.
Plain, unsalted rusks are the closest substitute for etimek in etimek dessert with whipped cream. Thin toast or crispbread can work too, but choose a neutral-tasting option and add syrup gradually because different breads absorb liquid at different rates.
Often, yes: etimek dessert with whipped cream is commonly made with syrup prepared by caramelizing sugar, then adding water. Some recipes use a simple sugar syrup instead, so the dessert’s syrup flavor and color can vary from one household recipe to another.
The base of etimek dessert with whipped cream can turn soggy if the etimek absorbs too much syrup or the dessert sits for a long time. Pour the syrup evenly rather than flooding one spot, and let the dessert chill until the layers are set.
Yes, you can make etimek dessert with whipped cream without custard, but it will have fewer layers and a less creamy middle. Some versions replace the custard with a thickened milk pudding; let any substitute cool fully before adding the whipped cream.
Yes, etimek dessert with whipped cream is best served chilled. Cooling gives the syrup time to soften the etimek and helps the custard and cream keep their shape when you cut and serve the dessert.
The layers in etimek dessert with whipped cream may separate if the custard is runny or the dessert has not chilled long enough. Cook the custard until thick, spread it evenly over the syrup-soaked etimek, and add the cream only after the custard has cooled.
Yes, fresh fruit can be added to etimek dessert with whipped cream, though it is not part of every traditional version. Use fruit that is not overly juicy and add it shortly before serving so its liquid does not soften the whipped cream.
Freezing is not recommended for etimek dessert with whipped cream. Thawing can make the cream and custard watery and leave the etimek with an unpleasant texture, so keep the dessert refrigerated and serve it fresh.
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
49.5µg · 6% DV
B12
0.12µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
189mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.25µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
68mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Etimek dessert with whipped cream is a Turkish layered sweet made with etimek—crisp, toasted bread rusks—soaked in sugar syrup, topped with a custard-like muhallebi and finished with whipped cream. It is a familiar home-style dessert in Turkey, often assembled in a dish and chilled before serving.
The rusks soften as they absorb the syrup, while the smooth custard and airy cream make each bite rich and tender. In Turkey it is commonly served cold with tea or after a meal; elsewhere, it works well as a make-ahead dessert for sharing. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little protein or fibre. For a lighter result, use a thinner cream layer and keep the syrup modest.
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
— Not 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
4.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.