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Cheese höşmerim Calories
Traditional Turkish semolina-and-cheese dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Cheese höşmerim (120 g) has 344 calories. That works out to 287 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 175.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese höşmerim Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
344
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 12% · Fat 33%
Cheese höşmerim nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 344 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
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 Cheese höşmerim?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 57 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 517 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 574 kcal |
Calculated from 287 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese höşmerim
What is cheese höşmerim?
Cheese höşmerim is a traditional Turkish dessert made by cooking cheese with semolina and sugar. It sets into a soft, slightly grainy sweet, and recipes vary by region and household.
Where does cheese höşmerim come from?
Cheese höşmerim is especially associated with Balıkesir in western Turkey. It is also made elsewhere, with local recipes differing in ingredients and texture, so the Balıkesir version is not the only one.
What cheese is used in cheese höşmerim?
Cheese höşmerim is traditionally made with fresh, unsalted cheese. A salty or strongly aged cheese can make the dessert taste unbalanced, while the precise cheese used may vary between regional and home recipes.
How is cheese höşmerim made?
Cheese höşmerim is made by stirring cheese, semolina, and sugar together over low heat until the mixture thickens. Some recipes add egg yolk or other ingredients, so color and consistency are not identical in every version.
Is cheese höşmerim served hot or cold?
Cheese höşmerim is usually served after it has cooled, when its texture has had time to set. It can also be served closer to room temperature if you prefer it softer; toppings such as cinnamon are optional.
Is cheese höşmerim the same as Turkish cheese halva?
Cheese höşmerim is closely related to Turkish cheese halva, but the names do not always mean an identical recipe. Semolina, cooking method, and final texture can differ, and local usage sometimes treats the names as interchangeable.
Why is cheese höşmerim yellow?
Cheese höşmerim can be yellow because of the cheese itself or egg yolk added in some recipes. The shade varies with the ingredients and cooking, so a pale or deeper color alone does not identify a particular recipe.
How should you store cheese höşmerim?
Store cheese höşmerim covered in the refrigerator because it contains cheese. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended period, and take out only the amount you plan to serve.
Can you freeze cheese höşmerim?
Yes, cheese höşmerim can be frozen, but thawing may make its cheese-based texture watery or less smooth. Freeze it in a sealed, freezer-safe container and use it soon after thawing.
What does cheese höşmerim taste and feel like?
Cheese höşmerim tastes sweet and milky, with a gentle savory note from the cheese. Its texture is soft and thick, often slightly grainy from semolina; the balance varies with the recipe and the cheese used.
Cheese höşmerim Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.46µg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
110.4µg · 12% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
175mg · 25% DV
Calcium
202mg · 20% DV
Selenium
7.68µg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.03mg · 9% DV
Sodium
170mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
142mg · 4% DV
Cheese höşmerim Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese höşmerim
To burn the 344 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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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 Cheese höşmerim?
Cheese höşmerim is a traditional Turkish semolina-and-cheese dessert, especially associated with Balıkesir and the surrounding region. It is usually made by cooking fresh, unsalted cheese with semolina and sugar; recipes vary, so the finished dessert may be soft and spoonable or set more firmly.
Its mild dairy flavour and tender, slightly stretchy texture are balanced by the sweetness of the semolina mixture. It can be served warm or chilled, often as a small dessert after a meal or alongside coffee or tea. Semolina and sugar make carbohydrates a prominent part of its nutritional profile, while the cheese contributes some protein. For a lighter serving, keep the portion modest and skip any extra sugar or syrup.
How Nutritious Is Cheese höşmerim?
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 Cheese höşmerim 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 Cheese höşmerim Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese höşmerim 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
Cheese höşmerim Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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