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An energy-dense dessert typically made with flour, milk, sugar, and butter.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Milk flour halva has 340 calories. It contains 47 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 8 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 100 g
340
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
47g
· 17% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
14g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 7% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 8.2 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.4 g | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.8 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 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Milk flour halva is made by slowly browning flour in butter, then stirring in a mixture of milk and sugar. Add the liquid gradually while stirring to prevent lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens and pulls together.
Milk flour halva usually becomes lumpy when the milk mixture is poured in too quickly or the flour is not stirred continuously. Lower the heat, add the liquid in stages, and whisk as you pour so the flour absorbs it evenly.
Milk flour halva uses wheat flour, while Turkish semolina halva is made with coarser semolina. Flour halva has a smoother, softer texture; semolina halva is usually more granular. Both can be cooked with milk and sweetened with sugar.
Warm milk works well for Milk flour halva because it reduces the temperature shock when added to the hot, toasted flour. It does not need to boil; add it gradually while stirring to help the mixture turn smooth.
Roast the flour for Milk flour halva over low to medium heat until its raw smell disappears and it becomes lightly golden. Stir constantly for even browning; flour that gets too dark can give the halva a burnt, bitter taste.
Milk flour halva can be served warm or cold. It is softer and more spoonable while warm, then firms up as it cools. In Turkey, it is often served in portions, sometimes topped with nuts, cinnamon, or ice cream.
Milk flour halva can turn dry if it cooks too long or does not have enough liquid for the amount of toasted flour. Take it off the heat once it comes together, and remember that it firms further as it cools.
Let Milk flour halva cool, then refrigerate it in a covered container because it contains milk. Eat it within a few days and reheat only the portion you plan to serve; leaving it at room temperature for extended periods is not advisable.
Yes, Milk flour halva can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers. Its texture may become denser or slightly grainy after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and warm it gently before serving.
Milk flour halva contains sugar and flour, so it can raise blood glucose. A person with diabetes should account for the portion and other carbohydrates in the meal; ask a doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
75µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8µg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
120mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Milk flour halva is a Turkish home-style dessert made by browning flour in butter, then stirring in a sweetened milk mixture until it thickens. The toasted flour gives it its distinctive aroma, while the milk makes the texture softer than some versions of flour halva.
In Turkey and Turkish communities abroad, it is commonly served warm or at room temperature after a meal, sometimes finished with cinnamon or nuts. It is gently sweet, rich and soft, with a slightly grainy texture. Flour and butter make it an energy-dense treat: a 100 g serving has 340 kcal. A small portion works well with unsweetened tea; you can also make it lighter by using less butter or sugar.
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 2
Minimally 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
8.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.