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Caramel Maraş ice cream Calories
Dense, chewy milk ice cream with caramel flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Caramel Maraş ice cream has 235 calories. It contains 28.5 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 11.5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 118 mg of Phosphorus covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Caramel Maraş ice cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
235
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
28.5g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
11.5g
· 15% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Caramel Maraş ice cream nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 235 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.5 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 7.1 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 Caramel Maraş ice cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 42 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 36 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 212 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 329 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 376 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 423 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caramel Maraş ice cream
What is Caramel Maraş ice cream?
Caramel Maraş ice cream is a dense, chewy Turkish milk ice cream flavored with caramel. It draws on the stretchy texture of Maraş-style ice cream, while the caramel may be mixed in, swirled through, or added as a sauce depending on the maker.
Why is Caramel Maraş ice cream so stretchy?
Caramel Maraş ice cream gets its stretchy, chewy texture from the salep traditionally used to thicken Maraş ice cream and from its kneading or churning method. The caramel supplies flavor, but it is not what makes the ice cream elastic.
What is Caramel Maraş ice cream made of?
Caramel Maraş ice cream is typically made with milk, sugar, salep, and caramel flavoring or sauce. Traditional Maraş-style recipes may use goat’s milk, but commercial versions vary in their milk base and in how the caramel is added.
How is Caramel Maraş ice cream different from regular ice cream?
Caramel Maraş ice cream is usually denser and more elastic than familiar scoopable ice cream, so it can be chewy rather than fluffy. Its caramel flavor is an additional variation; salep and the preparation method account for much of the distinctive texture.
Does Caramel Maraş ice cream contain salep?
It may contain salep, a traditional thickener that helps give Maraş-style ice cream its characteristic body and stretch. Recipes differ, especially among packaged products, so the name alone does not guarantee that every caramel version uses salep.
Where does Caramel Maraş ice cream come from?
Caramel Maraş ice cream is based on the traditional ice cream of Kahramanmaraş, a city in southern Türkiye. Caramel is a flavored variation rather than the defining feature of the original regional style.
How do you eat Caramel Maraş ice cream?
Caramel Maraş ice cream can be served in a cone or bowl, and its firm, chewy texture also suits the traditional cut-and-serve style. Let it soften slightly for easier scooping, but avoid leaving it out until it melts.
Can you make Caramel Maraş ice cream at home?
Yes, you can make Caramel Maraş ice cream at home by cooking a milk, sugar, and salep base, cooling it, adding caramel, and freezing it while mixing. Reproducing the traditional elastic texture without specialized equipment can be difficult.
How should you store Caramel Maraş ice cream after opening?
Keep Caramel Maraş ice cream tightly covered in the freezer and return it promptly after serving. Taking out only the amount you plan to eat helps limit ice crystals and texture changes from repeated warming and refreezing.
Can people with diabetes eat Caramel Maraş ice cream?
People with diabetes can eat Caramel Maraş ice cream, but its added sugar can raise blood glucose. Portion size and timing should fit their individual plan; anyone using glucose-lowering medication should follow guidance from their healthcare professional.
Caramel Maraş ice cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
95µg · 11% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Calcium
145mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
205mg · 6% DV
Iodine
9µg · 6% DV
Sodium
78mg · 3% DV
Caramel Maraş ice cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Caramel Maraş ice cream
To burn the 235 calories in 100 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 Caramel Maraş ice cream?
Caramel Maraş ice cream is a caramel-flavoured take on the dense, stretchy ice cream associated with Kahramanmaraş in southern Turkey. Traditional Maraş ice cream is made with milk and salep, a flour made from orchid tubers, and is worked until it develops its characteristic chewy texture. Caramel adds a sweet, gently toasted note to the milky flavour.
In Turkey, it is commonly served in a cone or cup as a summer treat or after a meal. Its texture is noticeably firmer and more elastic than that of many familiar scoop-shop ice creams, so a modest serving can feel satisfying. It is an energy-dense sweet with very little fibre; enjoy a smaller scoop, perhaps with fresh fruit, if you want a lighter dessert.
How Nutritious Is Caramel Maraş ice cream?
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 Caramel Maraş ice cream 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 Caramel Maraş ice cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Caramel Maraş ice cream Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Caramel Maraş ice cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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