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Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Calories
Pistachio milk-based spoon dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Pistachio Spoonful Dessert (120 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 10.7 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 134.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
222
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
27.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
10.7g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 9% · Fat 42%
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.7 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.52 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 33 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 54 g | 100 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 240 g | 444 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio Spoonful Dessert
What is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is a chilled, layered milk-based sweet served in a bowl or cup and eaten with a spoon. Recipes vary, but commonly combine a creamy layer with pistachio and a base such as cake or crushed biscuits.
How do you make Pistachio Spoonful Dessert at home?
You make Pistachio Spoonful Dessert by layering a cake or biscuit base with milk pudding or cream and pistachio filling, then chilling it until set. The exact ingredients vary, so follow the proportions in your chosen recipe for a smooth, spoonable texture.
Is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert the same as Dubai chocolate?
No, Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is not the same dessert as Dubai chocolate. Some versions borrow the pistachio-and-crispy-kadayif combination associated with Dubai chocolate, but Spoonful is typically a layered, milk-based dessert served chilled.
What is the difference between Pistachio Spoonful Dessert and magnolia pudding?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is not simply another name for magnolia pudding. Magnolia commonly layers pudding with biscuits and fruit, while Spoonful recipes can feature pistachio cream, chocolate, or crispy kadayif and do not follow one fixed combination.
Why is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert called spoonful?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is called spoonful because it is usually served in a cup or bowl and eaten with a spoon. The name describes the serving style, not a single standardized recipe, so layers and toppings differ between versions.
Can you make Pistachio Spoonful Dessert without an oven?
Yes, you can make Pistachio Spoonful Dessert without an oven if you use a no-bake base, such as crushed biscuits, and prepare the creamy layers on the stovetop. Chill the assembled dessert until the layers hold together when scooped.
What can I use instead of cake in Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
Crushed biscuits are a common alternative to cake in Pistachio Spoonful Dessert. You can also leave out the base for a softer, pudding-like dessert, but add any crunchy topping close to serving so it does not turn soggy.
Why is my Pistachio Spoonful Dessert runny?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is often runny when its pudding or cream layer has not thickened or chilled enough. Let cooked cream cool before layering, and refrigerate the assembled dessert until fully set rather than serving it straight away.
Can Pistachio Spoonful Dessert be frozen?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert can be frozen, but its dairy-based layers may become grainy or watery after thawing. For the best creamy texture, keep it refrigerated and serve it chilled instead of freezing it.
What toppings go well with Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
Crushed pistachios, chocolate, and toasted kadayif all work well on Pistachio Spoonful Dessert. Add crisp toppings just before serving; if they sit on the moist cream for too long, they can lose their crunch.
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
69.6µg · 8% DV
B5
0.38mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Calcium
142mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Selenium
3.84µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
211mg · 6% DV
Sodium
86mg · 4% DV
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio Spoonful Dessert
To burn the 222 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert is a contemporary Turkish-style layered dessert, usually assembled in a bowl or glass for eating by the spoon. Recipes vary, but commonly pair a milk-based pudding or cream with pieces of cake or biscuits and pistachio, which brings its distinctive aroma and green colour.
Its soft, creamy layers contrast with the tender cake and any crunchy pistachio topping. In Turkey it is enjoyed as a sweet finish to a meal or at tea time; elsewhere, it fits easily alongside coffee as an occasional treat. Although milk-based, it is still a dessert, with carbohydrates and fat contributing more than protein. Keep the serving modest for a lighter finish, or pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than another sweet.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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.
Is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Processed?
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.
Does Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Good For?
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
Pistachio Spoonful Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.5:1).
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