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A pale ivory milk pudding sits in a clear glass dish, topped with a generous layer of golden-brown shredded pastry strands and a few small nut pieces.

Kayifli muhallebi Calories

Milk-based, light dessert, traditional Turkish pudding

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

110kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

140mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Kayifli muhallebi (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Kayifli muhallebi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g

132

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

23.4g

· 9% DV

Protein

3.8g

· 8% DV

Fat

3g

· 4% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 11% · Fat 20%

Kayifli muhallebi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories132 kcal
Total fat3 g4%
Saturated fat1.8 g9%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium42 mg2%
Total carbohydrate23.4 g9%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein3.8 g8%

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 Medium Kayifli muhallebi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)120 g132 kcal
1 piece (small)80 g88 kcal
100 g100 g110 kcal
1 serving (small)100 g110 kcal
1 cup (medium)150 g165 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g165 kcal
1 piece (large)180 g198 kcal
1 cup (large)200 g220 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g220 kcal

Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kayifli muhallebi

What is Kayifli muhallebi?

Kayifli muhallebi is a traditional Turkish milk-based pudding. It belongs to the muhallebi family of softly set milk desserts and is served as a sweet course.

How do you make Kayifli muhallebi at home?

Kayifli muhallebi is typically made by cooking milk with sugar and a thickening ingredient until smooth and set. Stir continuously over moderate heat, then portion it out and chill before serving.

What is the difference between Kayifli muhallebi and plain muhallebi?

Kayifli muhallebi is a traditional variation of plain muhallebi, while plain muhallebi is the basic sweetened, thickened milk pudding. Recipes for the named variation can differ in their local preparation or presentation.

Is Kayifli muhallebi served hot or cold?

Kayifli muhallebi is usually served cold. Chilling helps the pudding set and gives it its familiar texture; keep it refrigerated until serving rather than leaving it out.

Why is my Kayifli muhallebi lumpy?

Kayifli muhallebi can turn lumpy if the thickener is added directly to hot milk or is not stirred in evenly. Mix it with cold milk first, then whisk continuously as the pudding cooks.

Why won't my Kayifli muhallebi set?

Kayifli muhallebi may stay runny if it has not cooked long enough for the thickener to work. Keep stirring and cook it a little longer; the pudding will also firm up as it cools.

How long does Kayifli muhallebi last in the fridge?

Store Kayifli muhallebi covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Avoid leaving this milk-based dessert at room temperature for long, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.

Can you freeze Kayifli muhallebi?

You can freeze Kayifli muhallebi, but thawing may leave its milk-based texture watery or grainy. For the smoothest result, serve it freshly made or chilled rather than frozen.

Can children eat Kayifli muhallebi?

Yes, children can eat Kayifli muhallebi as a dessert. Since it is sweetened, serve a modest portion rather than using it in place of a balanced meal; consider age-appropriate textures for very young children.

Is Kayifli muhallebi suitable for people with diabetes?

Kayifli muhallebi may contain added sugar and can raise blood glucose. For diabetes, the portion and recipe matter, so discuss how it fits your individual meal plan with your healthcare professional.

Kayifli muhallebi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.36µg · 15% DV

B2

0.16mg · 12% DV

Biotin

2.4µg · 8% DV

B5

0.36mg · 7% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

108mg · 15% DV

Calcium

132mg · 13% DV

Iodine

9.6µg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

168mg · 5% DV

Sodium

42mg · 2% DV

Kayifli muhallebi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

15.6
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Kayifli muhallebi

To burn the 132 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

33min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Kayifli muhallebi?

Kayifli muhallebi is a traditional Turkish milk pudding, thickened as it cooks to give it a smooth, spoonable consistency. Milk and sugar form the familiar base; the exact detail suggested by “kayifli” may vary between recipes, so the name alone does not establish a particular topping or addition. It is usually chilled before serving.

Mildly sweet and soft, it makes a simple dessert after a meal or a treat alongside tea. Its milk base gives it some protein, but it is chiefly a sweet pudding; a 100 g portion provides 110 calories. For a lighter serving, keep the portion modest and add cinnamon or fresh fruit rather than a sweet sauce.

How Nutritious Is Kayifli muhallebi?

Nutrient density

Low

28/ 100

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

34/ 100

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 Kayifli muhallebi 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 Kayifli muhallebi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Kayifli muhallebi Good For?

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

Kayifli muhallebi Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.8g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.72g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.12g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.