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Traditional milk-and-starch dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Milk pudding dessert (200 g) has 244 calories. That works out to 122 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.4 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 57 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
244
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
41.4g
· 15% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 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 67% · Protein 10% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 244 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.8 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 244 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 120 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 244 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 305 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 366 kcal |
Calculated from 122 calories per 100 g.
Milk pudding dessert is typically made by cooking milk with sugar and a starch thickener, often cornstarch, until smooth and set. Recipes may add vanilla or flavorings such as rose water, and it is commonly served chilled.
To make milk pudding dessert without lumps, whisk the starch into cold milk until smooth before heating it. Keep stirring as the mixture cooks, especially around the base and corners of the pan, where thickening can happen first.
Milk pudding dessert is often runny because it has not cooked long enough for its starch to thicken the milk. Continue heating it while stirring until it visibly thickens, then chill it; it firms further as it cools.
Milk pudding dessert is usually smooth and thickened with starch, while rice pudding contains cooked rice grains. Rice pudding gets much of its body from the rice itself, so the two have different textures even when both are served cold.
Yes, rose water can flavor milk pudding dessert, particularly in Middle Eastern-style versions. Stir in a small amount near the end of cooking so its aroma remains noticeable, and taste before adding more because it can quickly overpower the milk.
Cinnamon, chopped pistachios, toasted nuts, and fresh fruit all pair well with milk pudding dessert. Add crunchy toppings just before serving so they stay crisp rather than softening in the chilled pudding.
Milk pudding dessert is most often served cold, after chilling until its texture sets. You can eat it warm if you prefer a softer, looser pudding, but allow it to cool before refrigerating leftovers.
Milk pudding dessert generally keeps for about 2–3 days when covered and refrigerated. Store it promptly after cooling, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Freezing milk pudding dessert is not ideal because thawing can make its texture watery or grainy. Refrigerate it instead and enjoy it within a few days for the smoothest consistency.
Yes, you can prepare milk pudding dessert without added sugar, though it will taste less sweet than the traditional version. Vanilla, cinnamon, or fruit can add flavor, but sweeteners may affect the taste and texture differently.
Vitamins
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
172mg · 25% DV
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Iodine
32µg · 21% DV
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
302mg · 9% DV
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Milk pudding dessert is a familiar Turkish sweet, with roots in the wider Ottoman tradition of milk-based puddings. It is made by thickening milk with sugar and starch; home recipes may use rice flour or corn starch. Once chilled, it sets into a smooth, spoonable pudding, usually served in individual bowls.
Its mild milky flavour and soft texture make it a popular finish to a meal in Turkey, often topped with cinnamon, chopped nuts or fruit. It also suits an afternoon tea table or a Ramadan iftar spread. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with little fibre; a medium serving is about 200 g. For a lighter bowl, reduce the sugar and add fresh fruit for extra flavour.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
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.