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Syrup-soaked kadayıf dessert with clotted cream, energy-dense
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Firm kadayıf with clotted cream (120 g) has 427 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.2 g of carbs, 7.3 g of protein, 20 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 170.4 µg of Vitamin A covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
427
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
56.2g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.3g
· 15% DV
Fat
20g
· 26% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 7% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 427 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 10.68 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 0.34 g | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.2 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% |
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) | 120 g | 427 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 40 g | 142 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 285 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 498 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 605 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 712 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Firm kadayıf with clotted cream is a syrup-soaked dessert made with shredded kadayıf pastry, usually browned with butter, and served with clotted cream. Recipes vary: the cream may be layered inside or added on top just before serving.
To make firm kadayıf with clotted cream, brown shredded kadayıf pastry with butter, pour syrup over it, and serve it with clotted cream. Add the syrup gradually and put the cream on just before serving to help preserve the crisp texture.
Firm kadayıf with clotted cream is called firm because the kadayıf is cooked to a crisp, sturdy texture rather than served soft and moist. Too much syrup or prolonged storage can make it lose that characteristic crunch.
No, firm kadayıf with clotted cream is not the same as künefe. Künefe is typically cooked with a stretchy cheese filling and served hot with syrup, while this dessert is defined by its firmer kadayıf and clotted-cream accompaniment.
Firm kadayıf with clotted cream is served in pieces with clotted cream added between layers or on top. It is best assembled shortly before eating, so the cream does not soften the crisp pastry.
Firm kadayıf with clotted cream belongs to the wider tradition of Turkish syrup-soaked kadayıf desserts. Kadayıf recipes and textures vary by region and household, so the name alone does not point to one universally agreed place of origin.
Store firm kadayıf with clotted cream separately from the cream in an airtight container; refrigerate the cream and any assembled portions. Keeping them apart helps prevent moisture from softening the kadayıf before serving.
Yes, reheat firm kadayıf with clotted cream before adding the cream. A brief warming in the oven can help restore some crispness; microwaving tends to soften the syrup-soaked pastry. Add the clotted cream after warming.
Firm kadayıf with clotted cream can be frozen without the cream, although thawing may affect its crisp texture. Seal the kadayıf well, thaw it, then warm it briefly in the oven and add fresh clotted cream when serving.
People with diabetes can sometimes include firm kadayıf with clotted cream, but its syrup can raise blood glucose. Portion size and individual treatment matter, so ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
170.4µg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
125mg · 18% DV
Calcium
142mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6.96µg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
170mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
151mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Firm kadayıf with clotted cream is a Turkish dessert made from kadayıf—fine strands of pastry—soaked in syrup and served with kaymak, a rich clotted cream. The set, compact strands give it a pleasantly chewy texture, while the cream adds a cool, milky contrast to the syrup’s sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal, with tea or Turkish coffee, and is also a familiar choice for festive tables and guests. Turkish communities abroad enjoy it in much the same way.
With syrup and cream, it is an energy-dense sweet: a 100 g portion contains 46.8 g of carbohydrates. A modest piece alongside unsweetened tea makes a satisfying dessert without adding another rich accompaniment.
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
10.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.