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Traditional syrup-soaked semolina cake topped or layered with kadayif
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Revani with kadayif (120 g) has 438 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.4 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 17.8 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 10.8 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
438
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
63.4g
· 23% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
17.8g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 438 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.8 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 198 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 70 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 548 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 657 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Revani with kadayif is a syrup-soaked semolina cake combined with shredded kadayif pastry, usually as a topping or a layer. The pastry adds a toasted, crisp contrast to the soft cake, though it softens as it absorbs syrup.
Revani with kadayif includes strands of shredded pastry in addition to the semolina cake and syrup used in regular revani. Kadayif may sit on top or between cake layers, giving the dessert a more varied texture.
Either works for Revani with kadayif: layering it between cake portions gives a distinct center, while topping the cake makes the pastry more visible. For a crisp topping, add butter-toasted kadayif after pouring the syrup rather than before.
To keep the topping crisp on Revani with kadayif, toast the kadayif separately and scatter it over the syrup-soaked cake shortly before serving. If it is baked or soaked with the cake, it will soften as it takes up moisture.
A reliable method for Revani with kadayif is to pour cooled syrup over the cake while it is still hot from the oven. The temperature contrast helps the semolina cake absorb the syrup; let it rest before cutting so the pieces hold together.
Yes, store-bought shredded kadayif works for Revani with kadayif. Loosen the strands before using them, remove any long clumps, and toast them with butter if they are meant to form a crisp topping.
Revani with kadayif can turn dense if the batter is overmixed, the leavening is old, or the cake is underbaked. Mix only until the ingredients come together and check the center with a skewer before adding syrup.
Serve Revani with kadayif on its own, or pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance the syrupy sweetness. A small spoonful of clotted cream is another option, but add it at serving time rather than storing it on the cake.
Keep Revani with kadayif covered in a cool place for a short time, or refrigerate it in warm weather. Chilling helps with storage but firms the cake and softens the kadayif, so bring a portion closer to room temperature before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Revani with kadayif in tightly wrapped portions, although the kadayif will lose some crispness after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator, then warm it briefly in the oven if you want to refresh the pastry.
Vitamins
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
102µg · 11% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Sodium
198mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
115mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Revani with kadayif combines revani—a syrup-soaked semolina cake popular in Turkish cooking—with fine strands of kadayif, either layered inside or arranged on top. The cake turns soft and moist as it absorbs the syrup, while the toasted pastry strands add a delicate, slightly crisp contrast. It is made at home and sold in Turkish bakeries, often for celebrations or when serving guests.
Usually cut into squares or diamonds, it is served at room temperature, commonly with tea after a meal or as part of a festive spread. The syrup makes it a rich, filling dessert rather than a light cake. A small piece alongside unsweetened tea is a straightforward way to enjoy it without making the serving feel too heavy.
Low
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Low
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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
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.