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Semolina sponge cake soaked in syrup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Revani dessert (90 g) has 281 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.2 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 7 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
281
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
51.2g
· 19% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% 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 72% · Protein 6% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 281 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.89 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 106 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 23 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 187 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 437 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Revani dessert is a semolina sponge cake soaked in sugar syrup. Recipes commonly use eggs, flour, yogurt, and citrus zest; some versions add vanilla or top the finished cake with nuts.
No, revani dessert and basbousa are closely related but not identical. Revani often includes eggs, flour, and yogurt for a sponge-like crumb, while many basbousa recipes are denser and rely more heavily on semolina.
Revani dessert is strongly associated with Turkish cuisine and is also popular in Greece, where it is known as revani. Its exact origin is disputed, and similar syrup-soaked semolina cakes appear across the region.
A common method is to pour cold syrup over freshly baked, hot revani dessert. Other recipes use warm syrup, so follow one method consistently rather than mixing temperatures from different recipes.
Revani dessert can turn dense if the batter is overmixed, the eggs are not beaten well, or the cake is underbaked. Fold the semolina mixture gently and wait until the center is fully set before adding syrup.
Yes, revani dessert can be made without yogurt. Use a recipe designed with milk or another suitable liquid instead; swapping ingredients in equal amounts in any recipe may change the cake’s texture and how it absorbs syrup.
Revani dessert is usually served at room temperature or chilled, after the cake has had time to absorb the syrup. Some people prefer it slightly warm, but serving it straight from the oven can make the texture seem soggy.
Traditional revani dessert does not have to contain nuts, though chopped pistachios, almonds, or coconut are common toppings. Check how it was prepared if you need to avoid nuts, since recipes and bakery toppings vary.
Revani dessert keeps for several days when covered and refrigerated. Bring a portion closer to room temperature before serving for a softer texture; discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or taste.
Yes, revani dessert freezes well in individual portions in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then let it come to room temperature before serving; freezing may make the crumb a little denser.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.89µg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.02µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
106mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Revani dessert is a syrup-soaked semolina cake found in Turkish cooking and in cuisines shaped by Ottoman influence. Its batter commonly combines semolina with eggs, flour and yoghurt; after baking, the cake is drenched in syrup. Recipes vary, with some adding citrus for fragrance.
The crumb is soft and porous, absorbing the syrup, and the flavour is sweet with a gentle tang. In Turkey it is often offered to guests, served at celebrations or enjoyed with tea; elsewhere, it works well as a small dessert alongside coffee or unsweetened tea. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with relatively little fibre or protein. A modest slice is satisfying, and you can keep it lighter by skipping extra syrup or cream.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.