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Halva dessert with Lotus biscuit ice cream, rich and sweet
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Lotus ice cream halva (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.6 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 21.6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
45.6g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
21.6g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 6% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.6 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 8.64 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 680 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 816 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Lotus ice cream halva is a dessert pairing halva with ice cream flavored with Lotus Biscoff biscuits or spread. Recipes vary in how the components are layered, but the contrast between rich halva and cold, caramel-spiced ice cream is its defining feature.
You can make Lotus ice cream halva by serving halva with Lotus-flavored ice cream, or by layering the two just before serving. If using tahini halva, warming it gently and adding the ice cream at the end preserves the warm-and-cold contrast.
Lotus ice cream halva usually combines halva, ice cream, and Lotus Biscoff biscuits or Biscoff spread. The type of halva and the ingredients in the ice cream vary by recipe or product, so check the specific recipe or package for its exact contents.
Lotus ice cream halva is commonly served with warm or room-temperature halva and cold ice cream. Add the ice cream at the last moment so it does not melt into the halva and the dessert keeps its contrasting temperatures and textures.
Tahini halva is a common choice for Lotus ice cream halva because its sesame-rich flavor pairs well with Biscoff’s caramel-like spice. Some versions use semolina halva instead, which gives the dessert a softer, spoonable base.
Yes, Lotus ice cream halva can be made with Biscoff spread instead of, or alongside, crushed biscuits. Stirring the spread into softened ice cream gives a smooth flavor, while biscuit crumbs add crunch; use both if you want contrasting textures.
Serve Lotus ice cream halva immediately after placing a scoop of Lotus-flavored ice cream on or beside the halva. Crushed Biscoff biscuits make a simple topping, and assembling individual portions just before eating keeps the ice cream from melting.
Yes, vanilla ice cream works in Lotus ice cream halva if you add Biscoff spread or crushed Lotus biscuits for the signature flavor. The result is less uniformly spiced than using Lotus-flavored ice cream, but the topping can still provide the characteristic taste.
Store leftover Lotus ice cream halva components separately: keep the ice cream frozen and the halva covered in the refrigerator. A fully assembled portion can become watery as the ice cream melts, so avoid refreezing it after it has softened.
Serve Lotus ice cream halva with unsweetened coffee or tea, which balances its rich sweetness without competing with the Biscoff flavor. Fresh berries or sliced fruit can also add a tart contrast; another syrupy dessert is likely to make the meal overly sweet.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.44mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.64µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Calcium
108mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Lotus ice cream halva brings together halva—a sweet, toasted confection with roots in Turkish and wider Middle Eastern food traditions—and ice cream flavoured with Lotus biscuits. Depending on how it is made and served, the ice cream may be tucked into the halva or offered alongside it, combining a dense, nutty, roasted sweetness with a cool, spiced caramel-biscuit taste.
It works as a rich dessert after a meal or as a treat with coffee or tea. At 340 calories per 100 g, it is filling as well as sweet, so a small portion or sharing it can make for a more balanced serving. Plain coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well and offsets some of its sweetness.
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 4
Ultra-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
— Not 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
8.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.