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Five-Spoon Dessert Calories
Light milk-based dessert, low fat, popular Turkish homemade sweet
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Five-Spoon Dessert (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Five-Spoon Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
26.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 10% · Fat 19%
Five-Spoon Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Five-Spoon Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 288 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Five-Spoon Dessert
What is Five-Spoon Dessert?
Five-Spoon Dessert is a Turkish homemade cake dessert named for the spoon-measured ingredients used in many recipes. A baked, soft cake is commonly moistened with milk and finished with a creamy topping, though home versions vary.
How do you make Five-Spoon Dessert?
To make Five-Spoon Dessert, whisk the eggs and sugar, mix in the remaining batter ingredients, and bake until set. Pour milk over the warm cake gradually, let it cool, then spread on a topping such as whipped cream or custard.
Why is it called Five-Spoon Dessert?
Five-Spoon Dessert gets its name from recipes that measure several key ingredients by the tablespoon, often using five spoonfuls of each. The exact ingredients differ between households, so the name does not define one standardized recipe.
Does Five-Spoon Dessert use milk or sugar syrup?
Five-Spoon Dessert is usually soaked with milk rather than the heavy sugar syrup used for many Turkish syrup cakes. That milk-softened texture is characteristic of common versions, although some recipes sweeten the soaking milk or use a different topping.
How do you stop Five-Spoon Dessert from becoming soggy?
To keep Five-Spoon Dessert from turning soggy, bake the cake through and add the milk gradually instead of pouring it all on at once. Let each addition absorb, and stop when the cake is moist but still holds its shape.
Can you make Five-Spoon Dessert without semolina?
Yes, you can make Five-Spoon Dessert without semolina by replacing it with flour, but the cake will have a finer, less grainy crumb. Avoid adding extra flour automatically; check the batter consistency so the finished base does not become dense.
Can Five-Spoon Dessert be made ahead for a gathering?
Yes, Five-Spoon Dessert is convenient to make a day ahead because chilling gives the milk time to soak into the cake. Keep it covered in the refrigerator, and add delicate toppings or fresh fruit shortly before serving.
How should you store Five-Spoon Dessert?
Store Five-Spoon Dessert covered in the refrigerator because its milk-soaked cake and creamy topping are perishable. It is best eaten within a few days; do not leave it out for an extended period, especially in warm weather.
Can you freeze Five-Spoon Dessert?
You can freeze Five-Spoon Dessert, but thawing may make its milk-soaked layers watery and its creamy topping less smooth. For a better texture, freeze the baked cake before adding the topping, thaw it in the refrigerator, then finish and serve.
How is Five-Spoon Dessert different from revani?
Five-Spoon Dessert is generally a milk-soaked cake with a creamy topping, while revani is a semolina cake traditionally drenched in sugar syrup. Their recipes vary, but the type of soak and the usual finish are the clearest differences.
Five-Spoon Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Calcium
108mg · 11% DV
Iodine
8.4µg · 6% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Five-Spoon Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Five-Spoon Dessert
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Five-Spoon Dessert?
Five-Spoon Dessert is a homemade Turkish sweet named for the simple spoon-based measurements used in many versions. Recipes vary, but it is generally a soft, cake-like bake made with ingredients such as flour or semolina, yogurt or milk, eggs, sugar and oil; some versions are moistened with syrup after baking. Its texture is tender and moist, with a gentle sweetness.
In Turkey, it is commonly cut into portions and served after a meal or alongside tea, at room temperature or chilled. It is a modestly light dessert compared with richer pastries, though most of its energy comes from carbohydrates; it provides 120 calories per 100 g. For a less rich serving, keep the portion moderate and skip extra cream or syrup.
How Nutritious Is Five-Spoon Dessert?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Five-Spoon Dessert Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Five-Spoon Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Five-Spoon Dessert Good For?
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
Five-Spoon Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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