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Traditional Central Anatolian milk dessert made with phyllo, milk, sugar, and butter.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Etinek dessert (90 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
189
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% 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 60% · Protein 8% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 slice (thin) | 45 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 273 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Etinek dessert is a traditional Central Anatolian milk dessert made with phyllo, milk, sugar and butter. The phyllo gives it layers and texture, so it is different from a smooth, spoonable custard.
Etinek dessert comes from Central Anatolia, where it is known as a traditional regional sweet. The available description identifies the broader region, rather than a particular town or a single definitive origin story.
No. Etinek dessert is made with phyllo, milk, sugar and butter, while Turkish rice pudding is based on rice cooked in milk. Their ingredients and textures are distinct, even though both are milk-based sweets.
Phyllo gives Etinek dessert its layered structure and makes its texture different from desserts thickened with rice or starch. How crisp or soft the layers turn out depends on how the phyllo is prepared and how much milk mixture it absorbs.
A home version of Etinek dessert uses phyllo, milk, sugar and butter, brought together in layers. Recipes differ in how they prepare the phyllo, so follow one tested recipe rather than assuming every version uses the same method.
Yes, leftover phyllo can be used for Etinek dessert if it is still in good condition and has not dried out or become stale. Keep the layers covered while assembling, since exposed phyllo dries quickly.
Etinek dessert can turn soggy when the phyllo absorbs too much of the milk mixture or softens during storage. Measure the liquid carefully and assemble it according to the recipe to keep the layers from becoming overly wet.
Yes, Etinek dessert can be prepared ahead and chilled before serving. The phyllo will soften as it rests, so make it in advance only if you are happy with a more tender texture rather than crisp layers.
Etinek dessert can be served on its own or alongside plain tea or coffee. Its milky sweetness already makes it a rich dessert, so a simple drink or fresh fruit is a better match than another very sweet accompaniment.
Yes, you can use less sugar in Etinek dessert. The result will taste less sweet, while the phyllo, milk and butter still provide its defining character; adjust the amount to suit your preference.
Vitamins
B12
0.23µg · 10% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Biotin
1.98µg · 7% DV
B5
0.32mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
59mg · 8% DV
Calcium
81mg · 8% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Iodine
6.3µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Etinek dessert is a traditional Central Anatolian milk dessert made with layers of phyllo, milk, sugar and butter. The pastry gives it a baked, layered character, while the milk-based mixture makes it a softer, richer sweet than plain pastry.
It suits an after-meal treat or a tea-time spread, and is best served in a modest piece alongside unsweetened tea or coffee rather than with other sweets. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with 32 g per 100 g, plus some fat from the butter. If you want a lighter serving, keep the piece small and enjoy it as the dessert rather than an addition to an already sweet snack.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.