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Syrup-soaked creamy gluten-free dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Gluten-free Cyprus dessert (120 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.2 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 16.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 110.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
342
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
44.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
16.4g
· 21% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 142 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
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 | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 75 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Gluten-free Cyprus dessert is a layered baked sweet, usually made with a coconut-and-nut base, syrup, and a creamy topping. It is a prepared dessert rather than a single-ingredient food, and gluten-free versions replace any wheat-based ingredients in the base.
The main difference is the base: gluten-free Cyprus dessert uses gluten-free ingredients instead of wheat-based breadcrumbs or flour that may appear in other recipes. The syrup and creamy topping are often similar, but recipes vary.
To make gluten-free Cyprus dessert, bake a base using gluten-free ingredients, soak it with syrup, then add a creamy topping once the base has cooled. Use ingredients specifically suitable for a gluten-free recipe rather than substituting ordinary breadcrumbs.
Yes, gluten-free Cyprus dessert can be made the night before. Chilling gives the syrup time to soak into the base and helps the layers hold together; cover it and keep it refrigerated until serving.
Gluten-free Cyprus dessert keeps best covered in the refrigerator and should be eaten within a few days. Its creamy topping makes room-temperature storage unsuitable for extended periods, so return leftovers to the fridge after serving.
Yes, but the creamy topping may become watery or change texture after thawing. For the best result, freeze the baked base before adding the syrup and cream, then assemble the gluten-free Cyprus dessert after thawing.
A gluten-free Cyprus dessert base can turn soggy if it absorbs too much syrup or if both the syrup and base are very hot when combined. Add the syrup gradually and let the base absorb it before spreading on the cream.
Gluten-free Cyprus dessert should have a moist, syrup-soaked base beneath a soft, creamy topping, rather than a wet or paste-like center. Chilling it after assembly helps the layers set while keeping the dessert tender.
Use syrup that has cooled for a hot baked base, or follow a recipe that pairs cooled base with warm syrup. Avoid pouring boiling syrup over a hot base, since the combination can make gluten-free Cyprus dessert overly soft.
Serve gluten-free Cyprus dessert with unsweetened coffee or tea to balance its syrupy sweetness. A light garnish of coconut or chopped nuts also suits the dessert, but it is rich enough to serve on its own.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
102µg · 11% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.52µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Selenium
6.96µg · 13% DV
Calcium
94mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
142mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
146mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Gluten-free Cyprus dessert is a gluten-free take on the syrup-soaked cake known as Kıbrıs tatlısı in Turkey and Cyprus. Recipes commonly combine a coconut-and-walnut cake base with syrup and a soft, milk-based custard topping; the ingredients used in the base vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The cake turns moist and tender as it absorbs the syrup, while the chilled topping adds a smooth, creamy contrast. It is usually cut into squares and served cold after a meal or alongside tea or coffee. With its syrup, nuts and creamy layer, it is a rich sweet rather than a light snack. A smaller piece, paired with unsweetened tea or coffee, makes a balanced serving.
Low
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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
✓ 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
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.