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Kırıkzade Künefe Calories
Syrup-soaked shredded pastry dessert with cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Kırıkzade Künefe (150 g) has 540 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 71.7 g of carbs, 10.8 g of protein, 23.7 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 240 mg of Phosphorus covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Kırıkzade Künefe Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
540
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
71.7g
· 26% DV
Protein
10.8g
· 22% DV
Fat
23.7g
· 30% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 8% · Fat 39%
Kırıkzade Künefe nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 540 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.7 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 12.9 g | 65% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 345 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 71.7 g | 26% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% |
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 Serving of Kırıkzade Künefe?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 540 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 252 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 792 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 1800 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kırıkzade Künefe
What is Kırıkzade Künefe?
Kırıkzade Künefe is a syrup-soaked shredded-pastry dessert made with cheese. Künefe is usually served warm, when the pastry is crisp and the cheese is soft; check the product packaging for details specific to this version.
How do you reheat Kırıkzade Künefe?
Reheat Kırıkzade Künefe gently in a covered pan over low heat until warmed through, taking care not to scorch the pastry. A microwave is quicker but can make the pastry soft; follow any heating directions on the package.
What cheese is used in Kırıkzade Künefe?
Traditional künefe uses a mild, low-salt cheese that melts and stretches. The exact cheese in Kırıkzade Künefe may depend on the product, so check its ingredient information rather than assuming it uses a particular traditional cheese.
Is Kırıkzade Künefe served hot or cold?
Kırıkzade Künefe is generally best served warm. The shredded pastry is crisp and the cheese is melted soon after cooking; as it cools, the pastry can soften and the cheese becomes less stretchy.
How is Kırıkzade Künefe made?
Traditional künefe is made by sandwiching cheese between buttered layers of shredded pastry, cooking until golden, then adding syrup. Kırıkzade’s exact recipe may differ, so this describes the familiar preparation rather than a confirmed brand recipe.
Where does Kırıkzade Künefe come from?
Künefe is strongly associated with Hatay and the wider eastern Mediterranean, where cheese-filled shredded pastry is cooked and served with syrup. Kırıkzade Künefe is a named product; its specific place of production should be confirmed from its packaging or seller.
Can you freeze Kırıkzade Künefe?
Kırıkzade Künefe may be frozen if its packaging or seller says freezing is suitable, but thawing can reduce the pastry’s crispness and change the cheese texture. Do not refreeze it after thawing; follow the product’s storage directions.
What should you serve with Kırıkzade Künefe?
Serve Kırıkzade Künefe warm with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee. A plain drink balances the syrupy dessert without competing with its cheese and pastry, and is a common accompaniment in Turkey.
Why doesn’t the cheese in Kırıkzade Künefe stretch?
The cheese may not stretch if Kırıkzade Künefe has cooled, was reheated unevenly, or uses a cheese with different melting properties. Warm it gently and serve promptly; the exact result depends on the cheese used in that product.
How is Kırıkzade Künefe different from baklava?
Kırıkzade Künefe combines shredded pastry, melted cheese, and syrup, while baklava is made from thin pastry layers with butter and usually nuts. Künefe is typically served hot; baklava is usually served at room temperature.
Kırıkzade Künefe Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
B12
0.52µg · 22% DV
Vitamin A
157.5µg · 18% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
240mg · 34% DV
Calcium
285mg · 28% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Iodine
27µg · 18% DV
Sodium
345mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
195mg · 6% DV
Kırıkzade Künefe Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kırıkzade Künefe
To burn the 540 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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 Kırıkzade Künefe?
Kırıkzade Künefe is a prepared take on künefe, the southern Turkish dessert made by sandwiching soft cheese between fine strands of shredded pastry, then cooking it until crisp and soaking it with syrup. Served hot, it brings together a crackly, buttery exterior, stretchy cheese and a sweet, fragrant syrup.
In Turkey, künefe is often enjoyed after a meal, sometimes with Turkish coffee; elsewhere, it makes a striking dessert to share while still warm. Its pastry and syrup make it energy-dense, with 360 calories per 100 g. A modest portion alongside unsweetened coffee or tea balances its sweetness without taking away from the contrast of crisp pastry and melted cheese.
How Nutritious Is Kırıkzade Künefe?
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 Kırıkzade Künefe 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 Kırıkzade Künefe Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kırıkzade Künefe 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
Kırıkzade Künefe Fat Profile
SATURATED
12.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.9:1).
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