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Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Calories
Traditional Turkish syrup-soaked cheese dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese (90 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.2 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 91.8 mg of Phosphorus covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 90 g
257
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
47.2g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 10% · Fat 16%
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.34 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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 2 Pieces of Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 110 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 135 g | 385 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 220 g | 627 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese
What is Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is a Turkish syrup-soaked sweet made from cheese-containing dough. The pieces are baked and often dried before being simmered in syrup, which gives the finished dessert its tender, slightly chewy texture.
Where does Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese come from?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is associated with Mustafakemalpaşa, a district in Bursa Province, Turkey. Its name comes from the town, and dried versions are now sold widely for home preparation.
What cheese is used in Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese traditionally uses a fresh, mild, unsalted cheese. A strongly flavored or salty cheese can throw off the dessert’s sweet taste, so the local fresh cheese style is the closer match.
How is Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese traditionally made?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is made by combining fresh cheese with a dough mixture, shaping and baking the pieces, then cooking them in syrup. Many versions are dried after baking so they can be stored and finished in syrup later.
How do you cook dried Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Dried Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is usually simmered directly in syrup until the pieces soften and absorb it. Follow the package directions for the syrup quantity and cooking time, since dried products can differ in size and texture.
What is Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese served with?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is commonly served with kaymak, a rich Turkish clotted cream. Ice cream is another popular accompaniment; add either just before serving so it stays cool against the syrup-soaked dessert.
Does Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese taste savory?
No, Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese tastes sweet rather than savory. The fresh cheese is mild and forms part of the dough, while the syrup supplies the dessert’s dominant sweetness.
How should you store leftover Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Store leftover Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator, with its syrup. It can be served chilled or gently warmed; avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended period, especially in warm weather.
Can you freeze Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
You can freeze cooked Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese, but thawing may make its texture softer or less cohesive. For a better texture, keep dried, unsoaked pieces and prepare them in syrup when you are ready to serve.
Can people with diabetes eat Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is soaked in sugary syrup, so it can raise blood glucose. Portion size matters for people with diabetes; ask your healthcare professional how it fits your individual eating and treatment plan.
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B12
0.2µg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.89µg · 6% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
92mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Calcium
106mg · 11% DV
Sodium
149mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
74mg · 2% DV
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese
To burn the 257 calories in 2 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese is a Turkish syrup-soaked sweet associated with Mustafakemalpaşa, in Bursa province. Small pieces of cheese dough are cooked in syrup until they absorb it, turning tender and springy, with a glossy, sticky outside.
In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal, and may also appear at celebrations or alongside tea. Kaymak or ice cream is a familiar topping. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates from the syrup and dough, with some protein from the cheese; it provides 52.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. As it is rich in syrup, a modest serving with unsweetened tea is an easy way to enjoy it without adding another sweet accompaniment.
How Nutritious Is Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese?
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 Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese 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 Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese 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
Kemal Pasha dessert with cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.7:1).
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