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Milk-and-almond pudding with crisp phyllo pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Phyllo Keşkül (150 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.2 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
294
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
43.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 8% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 294 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.1 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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 110 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 431 kcal |
Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.
Phyllo keşkül is a Turkish almond-and-milk pudding served with crisp phyllo pastry. The contrast between the creamy pudding and flaky pastry distinguishes it from the plain, soft-textured version of keşkül.
Make the almond milk pudding first, then bake or pan-crisp the phyllo separately. Chill the pudding and add the pastry just before serving, so steam from the pudding does not soften it.
No. Regular keşkül is a smooth Turkish milk pudding, while phyllo keşkül adds crisp pastry for a contrasting texture. The pudding remains the base; phyllo is an added element rather than a different kind of custard.
Yes, almonds are a characteristic ingredient in keşkül and give the pudding its familiar nutty flavor. Recipes vary in how they use them: almonds may be ground into the pudding, sprinkled on top, or included in both.
Keep the phyllo separate from the pudding until serving. Moisture quickly softens baked pastry, so store the crisp sheets in an airtight container at room temperature and place them on the chilled keşkül at the last moment.
Yes, frozen phyllo works for phyllo keşkül once it has thawed according to the package directions. Keep the sheets covered with a clean, slightly damp towel while assembling, since exposed phyllo dries out and tears easily.
Phyllo keşkül is usually served with chilled pudding and freshly crisped pastry. Cooling helps the pudding set, while adding the phyllo just before serving preserves its crunch.
Keşkül is a traditional Turkish milk pudding, commonly flavored with almonds. Phyllo keşkül is a variation that adds crisp pastry; it keeps the familiar pudding base while giving the dessert a different texture.
Phyllo keşkül can turn runny if its milk pudding has not cooked long enough to thicken or has not had time to chill. Cook the mixture until it coats a spoon, then cool it fully before adding the pastry.
Serve phyllo keşkül with Turkish tea or coffee after a meal. Its creamy, nutty pudding and crisp pastry make a small portion satisfying; avoid adding the phyllo until the dessert is ready to go to the table.
Vitamins
B12
0.57µg · 24% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B5
0.47mg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Calcium
177mg · 18% DV
Iodine
21µg · 14% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
231mg · 7% DV
Sodium
114mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Phyllo Keşkül brings together keşkül, a traditional Turkish milk-and-almond pudding, and thin, crisp phyllo pastry. The pudding is usually thickened with starch or rice flour, while the pastry adds a flaky layer and contrast to its smooth texture.
It is often served chilled, with the phyllo kept crisp, as a dessert after a meal. In Turkey, it pairs well with Turkish coffee or tea; elsewhere, serve it as a light, milky finish to a meal or alongside unsweetened tea. Milk and almonds contribute some protein and fat, but the pudding and pastry also make it a sweet, carbohydrate-containing dessert. For a lighter portion, use less pastry and keep the serving 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.
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
— 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
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.