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Milk-based, light dessert, topped with sliced almonds, Turkish cuisine
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Milk pudding with sliced almonds (120 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.8 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
168
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
22.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 12% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 | 168 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 252 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Milk pudding with sliced almonds is made by heating milk, sugar and a thickener such as cornstarch until the mixture sets. Divide it among serving dishes, add the almonds, then chill until firm.
Milk pudding with sliced almonds is a Turkish-style milk dessert with a smooth, thickened pudding base and almond slices on top. The almonds are often a garnish, so the pudding itself may not have a strong almond flavor.
No. Milk pudding with sliced almonds is usually plain milk pudding finished with almond slices, while keşkül is an almond-flavored Turkish pudding, with almond incorporated into the dessert itself. Recipes vary, but that distinction is typical.
Yes, you can serve milk pudding with sliced almonds warm, although it is commonly chilled until set. For a spoonable warm dessert, serve it soon after cooking; for a firmer texture, refrigerate it first.
Milk pudding with sliced almonds can turn lumpy if the thickener is not mixed smoothly into the liquid or the pudding is not stirred as it heats. Whisk the thickener with cool milk first, then stir continuously over the heat.
No, toasting is optional. Untoasted sliced almonds give a mild finish, while lightly toasted ones add a nuttier aroma and crunch. Add them just before serving if you want them to stay crisp.
Yes, you can thicken milk pudding with sliced almonds with flour or another suitable starch instead of cornstarch. The texture and cooking time may differ, so cook the mixture until it thickens rather than relying only on the clock.
Milk pudding with sliced almonds keeps for about two days when covered and refrigerated. Store it promptly after cooling, and keep the almonds separate until serving if you want to preserve their crunch.
No, milk pudding with sliced almonds usually does not freeze well. Freezing and thawing can make the milk-based pudding watery or grainy; refrigerate it instead and prepare only what you expect to serve.
You can make milk pudding with sliced almonds less sweet by reducing the sugar in the pudding. Keep the milk and thickener proportions steady so it still sets, and taste the mixture before it cools.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Iodine
14µg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Milk pudding with sliced almonds is a Turkish-style milk dessert, made by gently thickening sweetened milk with starch or flour and finishing it with thin almond slices. It is cooked on the hob, then poured into bowls to set and chill.
Served cold, it has a smooth, softly set texture and mild milky sweetness, with a little crunch from the almonds. In Turkey it is often enjoyed after a meal or alongside tea; elsewhere, it works well as a simple make-ahead dessert. It is relatively light compared with richer cream-based puddings, though it still contains added sugar. A 100 g portion provides 140 calories. For a lighter version, reduce the sugar and keep the almond topping modest.
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.
Medium
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
— 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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.