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Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Calories
Creamy milk ice cream flavored with aromatic mastic resin
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Homemade Mastic Ice Cream (75 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 204 calories per 100 g. It contains 19 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 75 g
153
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
19g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% 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 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.57 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 Homemade Mastic Ice Cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 102 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 100 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 150 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 204 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Mastic Ice Cream
What is homemade mastic ice cream?
Homemade mastic ice cream is a milk-based frozen dessert flavored with mastic, an aromatic tree resin. Its distinctive pine-like, slightly resinous flavor sets it apart from vanilla ice cream; mastic alone does not make it stretchy.
How do you make homemade mastic ice cream?
Homemade mastic ice cream is made by crushing food-grade mastic, usually with sugar, and mixing it into a warm milk-and-cream base. Chill the base thoroughly, then churn it in an ice cream maker or freeze it while stirring periodically.
What does mastic ice cream taste like?
Mastic ice cream tastes creamy and milky, with a distinctive fresh, pine-like, slightly resinous aroma. The flavor can seem unfamiliar or strong if you have not tried mastic before, so a small scoop is a good first taste.
Why is homemade mastic ice cream not stretchy?
Homemade mastic ice cream is not necessarily stretchy because mastic mainly provides flavor. The elastic texture associated with Turkish-style stretchy ice cream usually comes from salep and the way the mixture is worked, not from mastic alone.
What is mastic in homemade mastic ice cream?
Mastic is a fragrant resin from the mastic tree, sold as small crystals for culinary use. For homemade mastic ice cream, crush the crystals finely—often with sugar—so they disperse more evenly instead of forming sticky lumps.
Can you make homemade mastic ice cream without an ice cream maker?
Yes, you can make homemade mastic ice cream without an ice cream maker. Freeze the chilled mixture in a shallow container and stir it thoroughly several times as it firms up; this breaks up ice crystals and improves the texture.
What can I use instead of mastic in homemade mastic ice cream?
There is no direct substitute for mastic’s distinctive flavor in homemade mastic ice cream. You can make a vanilla version if you cannot find culinary mastic, but salep changes texture rather than replacing mastic’s aroma.
Why is homemade mastic ice cream gritty?
Homemade mastic ice cream can turn gritty when the mastic crystals are not crushed finely or dispersed well. Grind them with sugar before adding them to the warm base, and strain the mixture if coarse particles remain.
How should homemade mastic ice cream be stored?
Store homemade mastic ice cream in a tightly covered, freezer-safe container to limit air exposure and ice crystals. Pressing parchment or plastic wrap against the surface can help protect its texture; let it soften briefly before scooping.
What goes well with homemade mastic ice cream?
Homemade mastic ice cream pairs well with fresh fruit, coffee, or a simple pastry. Its pine-like aroma is distinctive, so lightly flavored accompaniments let the mastic stand out better than strongly spiced sauces or toppings.
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.29µg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Iodine
15µg · 10% DV
Calcium
89mg · 9% DV
Selenium
2.03µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
113mg · 3% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade Mastic Ice Cream
To burn the 153 calories in 1 serving (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Homemade Mastic Ice Cream?
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream is a creamy milk-based dessert scented with mastic, an aromatic resin used in sweets around the eastern Mediterranean, especially in Turkey and the Aegean. Home recipes vary; some use salep to help give the ice cream its characteristic body, while the mastic lends a gently pine-like, resinous fragrance.
It is usually served in a cone or bowl as a summer treat or after a meal, and its distinctive flavour also pairs well with coffee or fresh fruit. The milk gives it some protein, but it is mainly a sweet, energy-rich dessert rather than a substantial source of protein. A modest scoop makes an easy way to enjoy its rich texture without making it the centre of a meal.
How Nutritious Is Homemade Mastic Ice Cream?
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 Homemade Mastic Ice Cream 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 Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade Mastic Ice Cream 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Homemade Mastic Ice Cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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