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Traditional Turkish syrup dessert cooked with milk
In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk (80 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 80 g
148
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 9% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 88 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 30 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 160 g | 296 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk is a Turkish dessert made by softening Kemalpasa pastry pieces in milk. It is a milk-based variation of the better-known syrup-soaked dessert, with a softer, creamier finish.
Traditionally, Kemalpasa dessert pieces are made with cheese in the dough, so the milk-cooked version may contain cheese as well. Recipes and packaged pieces vary, but cooking them in milk does not remove the cheese from the pastry.
To make Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk, gently heat the pastry pieces in milk until they soften. Keep the heat low and stir carefully; vigorous stirring or prolonged cooking can break the pieces apart.
The milk-cooked version is prepared with milk, while the classic Kemalpasa dessert is soaked in sugar syrup. Milk gives the pieces a softer, creamier texture; the syrup version tastes sweeter and has a more syrup-soaked finish.
Yes, packaged Kemalpasa pieces can be used for Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk. Add them gently to warmed milk and watch their texture closely, since ready-made pieces can soften quickly and may break if overcooked.
Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk turns mushy when the pieces cook for too long or are stirred too roughly. Heat the milk gently, check the pieces as they soften, and take the pan off the heat before they lose their shape.
Whole cow’s milk gives Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk a richer, creamier result. Use fresh milk and warm it gently; boiling it hard can scorch the bottom of the pan and affect the dessert’s texture.
Serve Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk in small bowls, either warm or chilled. A sprinkle of cinnamon or crushed pistachios adds a finishing touch, while a spoon helps serve the soft pieces with their milk.
Keep Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk covered in the refrigerator and eat it within about two days. Because it contains milk, refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving the dish out at room temperature.
Yes, you can prepare Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk ahead and chill it until serving. The pastry will continue to absorb liquid as it sits, so expect a thicker texture and avoid making it too far in advance.
Vitamins
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.28µg · 4% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Sodium
88mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.6µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
62mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Kemalpasa dessert cooked with milk is a milkier take on a Turkish syrup sweet associated with Mustafakemalpaşa, in Bursa. The traditional dessert is made from small pieces of dough containing cheese, which are cooked and soaked in syrup; in this version, milk softens the pieces and adds a creamy note.
Its tender, slightly springy texture and pronounced sweetness make it a natural finish to a Turkish meal. Serve it chilled or just warm, sometimes with a little clotted cream or chopped nuts. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dessert, with 36 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Because it is already sweet and filling, a modest portion works well; go easy on extra syrup or cream if you want a lighter serving.
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
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.