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Hatay-Style Künefe Calories
Syrup-soaked shredded pastry dessert with melted cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Hatay-Style Künefe (150 g) has 551 calories. That works out to 367 calories per 100 g. It contains 78.9 g of carbs, 12.3 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 22.8 µg of Selenium covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Hatay-Style Künefe Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
551
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
78.9g
· 29% DV
Protein
12.3g
· 25% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% 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 56% · Protein 9% · Fat 35%
Hatay-Style Künefe nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 551 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 12.15 g | 61% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 383 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 78.9 g | 29% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% |
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 Serving of Hatay-Style Künefe?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 551 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 275 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 367 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 110 g | 404 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 661 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 807 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 1101 kcal |
Calculated from 367 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hatay-Style Künefe
What is Hatay-Style Künefe made of?
Hatay-Style Künefe is made with fine shredded kadayıf pastry, unsalted melting cheese, butter, and sweet syrup. It is cooked until crisp outside and gooey inside, then often topped with crushed pistachios.
What cheese is used in Hatay-Style Künefe?
Hatay-Style Künefe traditionally uses a mild, unsalted cheese made for künefe that melts without overwhelming the syrup. Low-moisture mozzarella can work as a substitute, but salty or strongly flavored cheese changes the dessert's balance.
How is Hatay-Style Künefe cooked?
Hatay-Style Künefe is assembled in layers of buttered shredded pastry and cheese, then cooked in a shallow pan or künefe tray until both sides are golden. Syrup is poured over the hot pastry just before serving.
How is Hatay-Style Künefe different from other kinds of kunafa?
Hatay-Style Künefe is especially associated with Hatay's unsalted melting cheese and thin kadayıf strands, traditionally cooked in a shallow tray. Other kunafa styles can use different cheeses, pastry textures, fillings, or syrup flavorings.
Why is Hatay-Style Künefe served hot?
Hatay-Style Künefe is served hot because its cheese is soft and stretchy while freshly melted. As it cools, the cheese firms up and the pastry loses some of its crisp texture.
What is the best way to serve Hatay-Style Künefe?
Serve Hatay-Style Künefe warm soon after the syrup is absorbed, usually with crushed pistachios. Some restaurants add clotted cream or ice cream, but these are optional accompaniments rather than essential ingredients.
Can you make Hatay-Style Künefe without a special künefe pan?
Yes, you can make Hatay-Style Künefe in a heavy, shallow frying pan. Cook it over moderate-low heat and use a plate to turn it carefully, so the pastry browns evenly without burning before the cheese melts.
Can Hatay-Style Künefe be reheated?
Yes, reheat Hatay-Style Künefe in a covered pan over low heat or in an oven until the cheese softens again. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to make the shredded pastry soft rather than crisp.
Can Hatay-Style Künefe be frozen?
Hatay-Style Künefe is best eaten freshly cooked, since freezing and thawing can make the syrup-soaked pastry soggy and the cheese watery. If preparing ahead, freeze the assembled, unbaked künefe without syrup, then cook it from frozen until thoroughly hot.
Where does Hatay-Style Künefe come from?
Hatay-Style Künefe comes from Hatay, in southern Türkiye, and is particularly linked with Antakya. The region is known for its künefe-making tradition and the mild cheese used in the dessert.
Hatay-Style Künefe Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B1
0.29mg · 24% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
157.5µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
264mg · 38% DV
Calcium
315mg · 32% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Sodium
383mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
188mg · 6% DV
Hatay-Style Künefe Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hatay-Style Künefe
To burn the 551 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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 Hatay-Style Künefe?
Hatay-Style Künefe is a southern Turkish dessert made by sandwiching a mild, stretchy melting cheese between fine strands of kadayıf pastry. The pastry is cooked in butter until crisp on both sides, then soaked with sugar syrup and served hot, often straight from the pan. Hatay, in southeastern Turkey, is especially known for this style.
The contrast of crunchy pastry, soft cheese and syrup makes it rich and sweet; it is commonly enjoyed as a dessert after a meal or shared at a künefe shop. Turkish coffee or unsweetened tea makes a good pairing. It provides energy mainly from its pastry and syrup, with some protein from the cheese; a 150 g serving is substantial, so sharing one or asking for less syrup can make it feel lighter.
How Nutritious Is Hatay-Style Künefe?
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 Hatay-Style Künefe 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 Hatay-Style Künefe Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hatay-Style Künefe Good For?
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
Hatay-Style Künefe Fat Profile
SATURATED
12.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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