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Keshkul Calories
Traditional milk pudding with rice and almonds
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Keshkul (180 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 146 calories per 100 g. It contains 41 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 172.8 mg of Phosphorus covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Keshkul Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
263
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
41g
· 15% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 11% · Fat 28%
Keshkul nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
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 Cup of Keshkul?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 438 kcal |
Calculated from 146 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Keshkul
What is Keshkul?
Keshkul is a traditional Turkish milk pudding flavored with almonds. Rice flour or starch thickens the milk-based mixture, and it is commonly served chilled, sometimes topped with ground pistachios or coconut.
How do you make Keshkul?
To make Keshkul, whisk rice flour or starch and sugar into milk, then cook while stirring until thick. Add ground almonds, cook briefly, and divide the pudding into serving bowls. Chill it before serving.
What does Keshkul taste like?
Keshkul tastes creamy and mildly sweet, with a distinct but gentle almond flavor. Its smooth texture is closer to a set milk pudding than to rice pudding with visible grains.
What is the difference between Keshkul and rice pudding?
Keshkul gets its signature flavor from almonds and is usually smooth. Turkish rice pudding, or sütlaç, contains cooked rice grains, which give it a more substantial texture; the two desserts are prepared and thickened differently.
Is Keshkul the same as muhallebi?
No. Muhallebi is a broad name for a simple milk pudding, while Keshkul is distinguished by its almond flavor. Both are cooked milk desserts, but recipes and thickening ingredients can vary.
Why is my Keshkul too runny?
Keshkul can stay runny if its rice flour or starch is not fully cooked or has formed lumps. Keep stirring over gentle heat until it thickens; it will firm up further as it cools.
Should Keshkul be served hot or cold?
Keshkul is usually served cold. Chilling allows the pudding to set and makes it easy to serve in individual bowls; add any pistachio or coconut topping before serving.
How long does Keshkul keep in the fridge?
Keep Keshkul covered in the refrigerator and eat it within two days. Because it is made with milk, do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period; take out only the portions you plan to serve.
Can you make Keshkul without almonds?
Yes, but almonds give Keshkul much of its characteristic flavor. Without them, the result is closer to plain milk pudding; keep the rice flour or starch so the dessert still sets properly.
Can you freeze Keshkul?
Freezing Keshkul is not recommended because thawing can make its milk-based texture watery or grainy. Refrigerate it instead and serve it chilled for the smoothest consistency.
Keshkul Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.58µg · 24% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B5
0.58mg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
173mg · 25% DV
Calcium
212mg · 21% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
263mg · 8% DV
Sodium
94mg · 4% DV
Keshkul Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Keshkul
To burn the 263 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Keshkul?
Keshkul is a Turkish milk pudding with roots in Ottoman cuisine, traditionally made with milk, sugar, rice and almonds. Rice gives it body, while almonds lend a gentle nutty flavour; recipes vary in how finely the almonds are ground and how the pudding is thickened.
It is usually served chilled, sometimes finished with sliced almonds or a dusting of cinnamon. In Turkey, it makes a familiar dessert after a meal and can also be offered with tea. Its soft, creamy texture suits anyone looking for a spoonable sweet rather than a syrup-soaked pastry. With 4.1 g of protein per 100 g, it has some nutritional substance, though keeping toppings modest makes for a simpler serving.
How Nutritious Is Keshkul?
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
Medium
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 Keshkul 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 Keshkul Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Keshkul 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
Keshkul Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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