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Turkish dessert, milky, caramelized top, one bite
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Kazandibi (one bite) (20 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 20 g
36
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% 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 71% · Protein 9% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 63 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 70 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Kazandibi is a Turkish milk pudding with a deliberately caramelized underside. Its base is commonly made with milk, sugar and a thickener such as rice flour or starch; some traditional versions also include finely shredded chicken breast.
The dark surface is the pudding’s caramelized base, not a separate topping. The milk mixture is browned against the pan, then the dessert is turned out so that this characteristic layer appears on top.
Some traditional Kazandibi recipes contain finely shredded chicken breast, while many versions are made without it. The chicken is cooked into the milk pudding and is not meant to dominate its flavor, so check the recipe or product description if this matters to you.
Both desserts can use a similar Turkish milk-pudding base, and tavuk göğsü traditionally includes shredded chicken. Kazandibi is distinguished by its caramelized underside, which is turned upward for serving; tavuk göğsü is usually served without that browned layer.
Turning Kazandibi over reveals the browned surface that formed against the pan. That caramelized layer is its signature feature, so slices are plated with the dark side facing up rather than hidden underneath the pudding.
Kazandibi is usually served chilled. Cooling firms the milk pudding so it can be sliced neatly, while the caramelized layer remains in place; cut and turn each portion shortly before serving for the best presentation.
To make Kazandibi, cook a thick milk pudding, spread it in a pan with sugar on the base, and brown the underside over heat or in an oven. Chill it until set, then cut and invert the portions so the caramelized surface faces up.
Kazandibi comes from Turkish cuisine and is a well-known traditional milk dessert. Its name literally refers to the bottom of a pot, a nod to the browned underside that defines the dessert.
Keep leftover Kazandibi covered in the refrigerator because it is a milk-based dessert. Avoid leaving it out for extended periods, and take out only the portion you plan to serve so the rest stays chilled.
You can freeze Kazandibi, but thawing may make the pudding watery and soften its caramelized layer. For the texture it is known for, refrigerate it and serve it chilled rather than freezing it.
Vitamins
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Calcium
22mg · 2% DV
Iodine
1.4µg · 1% DV
Zinc
0.1mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kazandibi (one bite) is a Turkish milk pudding made with milk, sugar and starch. It is cooked in a tray until the bottom develops a thin, browned caramel layer, then served with that distinctive side facing up. In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed chilled after a meal, whether from a neighbourhood pastry shop or at home. The contrast is part of its appeal: a soft, creamy interior with a lightly toasted, caramel-like taste. Nutritionally, it is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein from the milk and very little fibre. A small piece makes a sweet finish; try it with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
Low
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Low
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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.
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
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.