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Half-fat plain traditional Maraş ice cream with chewy texture
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream has 176 calories. It contains 26.8 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 6.1 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.
Selected: 100 g
176
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
26.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
6.1g
· 8% 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 60% · Protein 9% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 176 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.8 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.8 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 32 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 36 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 317 kcal |
Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.
Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream gets its characteristic stretch from salep, a thickening ingredient, and the traditional process of beating and kneading the mixture. These give it a dense, chewy texture rather than the softer scoop of many conventional ice creams.
Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream is traditionally made by combining milk, sugar and salep, then heating and repeatedly beating the mixture as it freezes. Recipes and equipment vary, but the working process helps create its notably elastic texture.
Traditional plain half-fat Maraş ice cream is made with salep, which helps thicken the mixture and contributes to its stretchy consistency. Commercial recipes can differ, so salep is not guaranteed in every product sold under the Maraş-style name.
Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream is especially dense and chewy, while many regular ice creams are softer and easier to scoop. Its traditional salep-based mixture is beaten during preparation, creating the characteristic elastic texture.
Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream comes from Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye, where the distinctive style is traditionally associated with local dairy and salep. Its name refers to this regional tradition, not just to a particular flavour.
Some traditional Maraş ice cream is made with goat’s milk, but plain half-fat Maraş ice cream is not always made that way. Recipes may use other milk or a blend, so the regional name alone does not guarantee the milk type.
Serve plain half-fat Maraş ice cream in a cone or bowl, or slice it into portions while it is firm. Its chewy texture also works well alongside Turkish desserts; pistachios are a popular topping, though it is often enjoyed plain.
Yes, plain half-fat Maraş ice cream can be cut with a knife when it is firm. Its elastic texture makes it easier to slice than many soft ice creams, and letting it sit briefly after removing it from the freezer can help with portioning.
Keep plain half-fat Maraş ice cream in the freezer in a tightly closed container to limit air exposure and ice crystals. Take out only the amount you plan to serve, and do not refreeze it after it has melted.
Often, plain half-fat Maraş ice cream holds its shape longer than softer ice creams because its dense, elastic texture resists melting into a liquid as quickly. It will still melt if left out, so serve it promptly.
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Calcium
148mg · 15% DV
Iodine
11µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
Sodium
68mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Plain half-fat Maraş ice cream is the unflavoured version of the traditional ice cream associated with Kahramanmaraş in southern Türkiye. It is typically made with milk, sugar and salep, which helps give it its distinctive body; this half-fat version has a less rich profile than full-fat ice cream.
Its dense, stretchy, chewy texture is part of the appeal. In Türkiye it is commonly served in a cone or cup as a dessert, and the traditional style may be eaten with a knife and fork. With 26.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, it is a sweet treat rather than a light snack. Enjoy it plain or pair a modest serving with fresh fruit.
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 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
✓ 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
3.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.