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Rich milk pudding dessert with kunefe pastry; higher fat richness from Jersey milk
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk (180 g) has 329 calories. That works out to 183 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 8.4 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 230.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
329
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
46.8g
· 17% DV
Protein
8.4g
· 17% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 10% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 329 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 12.24 g | 61% |
| Trans fat | 0.43 g | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 329 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 37 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (small) | 80 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 366 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 439 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 549 kcal |
Calculated from 183 calories per 100 g.
Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk tastes creamy and rich, with the toasted, buttery notes of kunefe pastry. Its texture combines smooth pudding with crisp pastry, especially when you add the pastry just before serving.
Not always; the cheese depends on the recipe. Some versions include the cheese commonly used in kunefe, while others combine Jersey-milk pudding with toasted shredded pastry for a kunefe-inspired dessert.
Jersey milk gives Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk a richer, fuller texture because it is naturally higher in fat than many standard milks. The dessert can still be made with another milk, but it may taste less creamy.
Yes, you can prepare the pudding ahead, but keep the toasted kunefe pastry separate. Add it just before serving so it does not absorb moisture and lose its crisp texture.
Keep the pastry separate from the pudding until serving. Once toasted kunefe pastry sits against the moist pudding, it softens, so layering it at the last moment gives the dessert a better contrast.
It is usually served with chilled pudding and warm or room-temperature toasted pastry. Keeping the components separate until serving helps preserve both the cool, creamy pudding and the pastry’s crunch.
Yes, leftover plain kunefe pastry can be toasted and used as the crunchy topping. If it is already soaked with syrup or mixed with cheese, its flavour and texture may change the finished pudding.
Yes, syrup is optional in many versions of Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk. The pudding itself can provide sweetness, while omitting syrup lets the creamy milk flavour and toasted pastry stand out more.
Serve Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk on its own, or pair it with unsweetened Turkish tea to balance its richness. A small amount of crushed pistachio also complements the toasted pastry without adding another sauce.
Freezing is not ideal for Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk. The pudding may turn grainy or release liquid as it thaws, and the pastry loses its crispness; refrigeration is a better choice for leftovers.
Vitamins
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
Vitamin A
172.8µg · 19% DV
B5
0.68mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Calcium
281mg · 28% DV
Iodine
20µg · 13% DV
Selenium
6.48µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
356mg · 10% DV
Sodium
166mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 329 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Kunefe pudding made with Jersey milk brings together a creamy milk pudding and the shredded pastry associated with kunefe, a Turkish dessert. Jersey milk gives the pudding a notably rich, creamy character, while the pastry adds a contrasting texture. It is a modern dessert inspired by two familiar Turkish traditions rather than a single classic preparation.
Depending on how it is made, the pudding may be served chilled or warm, with the pastry soft or lightly crisp. Enjoy it after a meal or alongside tea or coffee. It is a fairly rich dessert, with most of its carbohydrates coming from the pudding and pastry; a smaller portion is an easy way to enjoy it without making it the centre of a lighter meal.
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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
12.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.