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Fat-free künefe cheese Calories
Fat-free, high-protein, mild low-fat cheese used for künefe
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Fat-free künefe cheese (60 g) has 71 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 14.4 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 372 mg of Calcium covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fat-free künefe cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
71
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
14.4g
· 29% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 85% · Fat 6%
Fat-free künefe cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.27 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Fat-free künefe cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 47 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 60 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 106 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 142 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fat-free künefe cheese
What is fat-free künefe cheese?
Fat-free künefe cheese is a processed dairy cheese made for desserts such as künefe. It has a mild flavor and reduced fat; its precise ingredients and texture can vary between products.
Can you make künefe with fat-free künefe cheese?
Yes, fat-free künefe cheese can be used to make künefe. Layer it between the shredded pastry and cook until the cheese melts; serve the dessert warm so the cheese stays soft and stretchy.
Can I use mozzarella instead of fat-free künefe cheese?
Yes, mozzarella can work as a substitute for fat-free künefe cheese, especially if you use a mild, low-moisture type. The flavor and stretch may differ, so the finished künefe will not be exactly the same.
Does fat-free künefe cheese melt and stretch?
Yes, fat-free künefe cheese can melt and stretch, which makes it suitable for künefe. The result depends on the product and cooking time; prolonged cooking can dry the cheese and reduce its stretch.
Is fat-free künefe cheese salty, or should you soak it first?
The saltiness of fat-free künefe cheese varies by product, so soaking is not always necessary. Taste a small piece before cooking; if it tastes distinctly salty, briefly soak it in water and drain it well.
What can I use instead of fat-free künefe cheese?
A mild cheese that melts and stretches can stand in for fat-free künefe cheese. Dil peyniri or mozzarella may work, but their moisture, saltiness, and texture can change the flavor and consistency of the dessert.
How should I store fat-free künefe cheese after opening?
Keep fat-free künefe cheese in a closed container in the refrigerator after opening. Follow the product’s stated storage period, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Can you freeze fat-free künefe cheese?
Yes, you can freeze fat-free künefe cheese, although thawing may make its texture crumbly or less smooth. It is generally better to use thawed cheese in cooked künefe than to serve it as-is.
Can you eat fat-free künefe cheese without cooking it?
Yes, fat-free künefe cheese can be eaten without cooking; its use in künefe does not mean it must always be heated. Keep opened cheese refrigerated and handle it with clean utensils.
Can fat-free künefe cheese be used in desserts other than künefe?
Yes, fat-free künefe cheese can be used in other warm pastries or desserts that suit a mild, melting cheese. Its salt level and stretch may differ from the cheese traditionally used in those recipes.
Fat-free künefe cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.26µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
372mg · 37% DV
Phosphorus
258mg · 37% DV
Zinc
1.56mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Sodium
192mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
57mg · 2% DV
Fat-free künefe cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fat-free künefe cheese
To burn the 71 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Fat-free künefe cheese?
Fat-free künefe cheese is a mild, low-fat cheese made for the filling of künefe, the syrup-soaked pastry associated especially with Hatay in southern Turkey. Set between layers of shredded pastry, it softens and stretches as the dessert cooks, giving the sweet its characteristic milky, savoury centre.
It is usually served hot in künefe rather than eaten on its own, often finished with syrup and pistachios and shared with tea. Outside Turkey, it can be used in homemade künefe or other baked desserts that call for a mild melting cheese. It is high in protein and contains 0.8 g of fat per 100 g. Spread it evenly through the filling for a consistent melt; using less syrup keeps the finished dessert less sweet.
How Nutritious Is Fat-free künefe cheese?
Nutrient density
High
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
Medium
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 Fat-free künefe cheese 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 Fat-free künefe cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Fat-free künefe cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Fat-free künefe cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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