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A shallow bowl holds fluffy white snow streaked and drizzled with glossy, dark amber-brown molasses.

Molasses Snow Sherbet Calories

Traditional snow sherbet sweetened with grape molasses

In season: Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

49kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

188mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.1g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Molasses Snow Sherbet (150 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 49 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.6 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Molasses Snow Sherbet Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 150 g

74

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

18.6g

· 7% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% 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 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%

Molasses Snow Sherbet nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories74 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium9 mg0%
Total carbohydrate18.6 g7%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.3 g1%

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 Cup of Molasses Snow Sherbet?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)150 g74 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)20 g10 kcal
100 g100 g49 kcal
1 cup (small)100 g49 kcal
1 cup (large)220 g108 kcal
1 bottle (large)250 g123 kcal
1 serving (extra large)300 g147 kcal

Calculated from 49 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Molasses Snow Sherbet

What is Molasses Snow Sherbet, and how is it made?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is a traditional Turkish winter refreshment made by mixing fresh snow with grape molasses. Stir the molasses into the snow shortly before serving so the mixture stays fluffy rather than melting into a thin drink.

Is the snow used in Molasses Snow Sherbet safe to eat?

Only freshly fallen snow collected in a clean, remote spot should be considered for Molasses Snow Sherbet. Avoid snow from roadsides, roofs, or areas near traffic and chimneys, where dirt and pollutants can accumulate; do not use snow of uncertain cleanliness.

Can you make Molasses Snow Sherbet with shaved ice instead of snow?

Yes, shaved ice can approximate Molasses Snow Sherbet when clean snow is unavailable, but the texture will be denser and more icy. Use finely shaved ice and mix in the grape molasses just before serving.

Is Molasses Snow Sherbet the same as Turkish kar helvası?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is closely related to kar helvası, a Turkish snow-based treat, but the names and textures vary by region. Kar helvası is often served as a thicker, spoonable mixture, while sherbet may be presented as a looser, icy refreshment.

What kind of molasses goes into Molasses Snow Sherbet?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is traditionally made with grape molasses, which gives it its characteristic sweet, fruity flavor and dark color. Other syrups change the traditional taste, so grape molasses is the best choice for the classic version.

Where does Molasses Snow Sherbet come from?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is a traditional Turkish winter preparation associated with places where fresh snow and grape molasses are available. It is not limited to one universally agreed birthplace; local families and regions may use different names and proportions.

Why does Molasses Snow Sherbet turn watery so quickly?

Molasses Snow Sherbet turns watery because the snow melts as soon as it is mixed and warmed. Prepare it at the last moment, use cold serving bowls if convenient, and bring it to the table immediately.

Can Molasses Snow Sherbet be made ahead or kept as leftovers?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is best made fresh and served immediately. Once mixed, the snow melts and separates into liquid, so chilling leftovers will not restore its original snowy texture.

What does Molasses Snow Sherbet taste like?

Molasses Snow Sherbet tastes sweet and fruity from the grape molasses, with a clean, icy chill from the snow. Its flavor is simple and distinctive; it is usually enjoyed on its own rather than treated like a heavily flavored modern snow cone.

Can people with diabetes have Molasses Snow Sherbet?

Molasses Snow Sherbet contains grape molasses, which can raise blood glucose. Anyone managing diabetes should account for its sweetness within their meal plan and ask their clinician or dietitian whether a portion fits their individual targets.

Molasses Snow Sherbet Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

1.5µg · 0% DV

B2

0mg · 0% DV

B6

0mg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.08mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

282mg · 8% DV

Iron

1.2mg · 7% DV

Manganese

0.11mg · 5% DV

Sodium

9mg · 0% DV

Molasses Snow Sherbet Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.5
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Molasses Snow Sherbet

To burn the 74 calories in 1 cup (medium) (150 g):

🚶

18min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Molasses Snow Sherbet?

Molasses Snow Sherbet is a traditional winter treat made by mixing fresh snow with grape molasses. It is associated with snowy parts of Turkey, where families have prepared it at home after a snowfall; the amount of molasses varies, making the mixture anything from lightly tinted to richly sweet.

Served very cold in a bowl or glass, it has a soft, icy texture and a fruity, caramel-like sweetness. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. Add the molasses gradually if you prefer a less sweet sherbet, and serve promptly before the snow melts. Use only clean, freshly fallen snow.

How Nutritious Is Molasses Snow Sherbet?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 100

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

Medium

36/ 100

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 Molasses Snow Sherbet Processed?

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.

Does Molasses Snow Sherbet Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Molasses Snow Sherbet Good For?

Vegan

✓ 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

Molasses Snow Sherbet Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.