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Qatayef dessert Calories
Syrup-soaked fried filled pancake dessert; energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Qatayef dessert (90 g) has 297 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 8.6 µg of Selenium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Qatayef dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
297
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.9g
· 10% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 7% · Fat 30%
Qatayef dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 297 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.9 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 Medium Qatayef dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 297 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 495 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 594 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 792 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 270 g | 891 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Qatayef dessert
What is qatayef dessert?
Qatayef is a filled pancake dessert popular across the Levant. Small, soft pancakes are usually filled, folded or rolled, then either fried or served uncooked with a creamy filling and syrup, depending on the style.
Is qatayef a Ramadan dessert?
Yes, qatayef is especially associated with Ramadan in many Arab communities. Bakeries often sell the pancakes ready to fill during the month, and families serve them after iftar, either fried or filled with cream and eaten soft.
What is qatayef made of?
Qatayef pancakes are typically made from flour, water, yeast, and sometimes semolina or sugar. Common fillings include walnuts with cinnamon, sweet cheese, or cream; the finished dessert is often served with sugar syrup.
How do you make qatayef at home?
Make a pourable yeasted batter and cook small rounds on one side only, until bubbles form and the tops look dry. Add filling to the cooked side, fold and seal the edges, then fry or bake the filled pancakes and serve with syrup.
What is the difference between fried qatayef and qatayef asafiri?
Fried qatayef are folded around a filling, then cooked until crisp and commonly dipped in syrup. Qatayef asafiri are usually left soft, shaped into open cones, filled with cream, and topped with nuts rather than fried.
What is the traditional filling for qatayef?
Walnuts mixed with cinnamon and sugar are a classic qatayef filling. Sweet cheese and cream are also common, with cream particularly popular in qatayef asafiri. Keep the filling away from the pancake edges so they seal securely.
Why is qatayef cooked on only one side?
Qatayef pancakes are cooked on one side so the uncooked, slightly sticky surface can seal against itself when folded. Bubbles appearing across the top are a useful sign that the pancake is ready to lift from the pan.
Can you bake qatayef instead of frying it?
Yes, qatayef can be baked instead of fried. Brush or lightly coat the sealed pancakes with oil and bake until golden, turning if needed; they will usually be less crisp than the traditional fried version.
How should you store leftover qatayef?
Store filled qatayef in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Cream-filled qatayef asafiri should stay chilled, while fried syrup-soaked qatayef will gradually soften as it sits.
Can you freeze qatayef?
Yes, freeze qatayef pancakes before filling, or freeze filled pieces before frying or baking for better texture. Separate them so they do not stick together, thaw them in the refrigerator, then cook and add syrup or toppings.
Qatayef dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.89µg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B3
0.99mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.55µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
153mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
Qatayef dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Qatayef dessert
To burn the 297 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Qatayef dessert?
Qatayef dessert is made from small rounds of leavened batter, traditionally filled with nuts, folded closed, fried and dipped in syrup. This Turkish-style Arap kadayıfı resembles qatayef, though local recipes and fillings can vary; it is a familiar homemade and bakery sweet in Turkey.
The outside is golden and lightly crisp, while the filling stays soft and the syrup makes each bite distinctly sweet. It is usually served after a meal or alongside tea, especially at celebrations and festive gatherings. Fried batter and syrup make it energy-dense: it provides 330 kcal per 100 g. A smaller piece or a lighter hand with the syrup keeps it from feeling too rich.
How Nutritious Is Qatayef 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 Qatayef 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 Qatayef dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Qatayef 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
Qatayef dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63:1).
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