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Traditional Turkish dessert, walnut and syrup.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
370
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
56g
· 60%
Protein
5.2g
· 6%
Fat
14.5g
· 34%
Fiber
2.7g
Vitamins
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Calcium
55mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.2:1).
A common method is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot kadayif. This helps the pastry absorb syrup without becoming overly soggy.
It can happen when the pastry is underbaked, receives too much syrup, or the syrup and pastry are at unsuitable temperatures. Thorough browning and measured syrup are key for a crisper texture.
Unsweetened Turkish coffee, plain tea, or ayran are popular choices because they contrast with the dessert's sweetness. Choosing an unsweetened drink also avoids adding more sweetness to the serving.
Yes, plain ice cream or kaymak is often served with warm kadayif. Both add richness, so the combination can feel especially filling.
An oven generally gives more even browning and a crisp surface. A pan can work for small batches, but it needs close heat control to prevent the base from burning.
Store it covered in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days. It gradually absorbs more syrup and loses crispness; a brief warming in the oven may improve the texture.
Baked kadayif without syrup freezes better than fully soaked dessert. Once thawed, syrup-soaked kadayif can become soft, so adding syrup closer to serving is preferable when possible.
Its syrup and fat content may feel heavy if eaten immediately before exercise. If you choose it, a small portion well before training is usually more comfortable.
No. Walnuts are tree nuts and can trigger serious allergic reactions in sensitive people; this dessert also contains gluten.
Walnuts are nutritious, but walnut kadayif is still a processed, syrup-based dessert made with added fat. The presence of walnuts does not make it an unlimited or everyday food.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.