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Sweet semolina dessert with pudding; energy-dense.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Semolina helva with pudding (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 64.4 g of carbs, 8.3 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 147.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
64.4g
· 23% DV
Protein
8.3g
· 17% DV
Fat
19.4g
· 25% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 7% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 8.28 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 171 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% |
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) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 663 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 714 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Semolina helva with pudding is a layered or combined dessert made with roasted semolina helva and a soft pudding layer. It brings together the toasted, buttery taste of Turkish-style semolina helva with the creamy texture and flavour of pudding.
Semolina helva with pudding is made by cooking pudding and preparing semolina helva separately, then layering or combining them. Toast the semolina gently until fragrant before adding the liquid, and let the assembled dessert chill until the pudding is firm enough to slice.
Vanilla and chocolate pudding are both common choices for semolina helva with pudding. Vanilla lets the toasted semolina flavour stand out, while chocolate gives the dessert a richer cocoa taste. A thicker pudding holds its shape better between the helva layers.
Semolina helva with pudding includes a creamy pudding layer or pudding mixed into the helva, while regular semolina helva is made without it. The pudding adds a softer texture and an extra flavour, so the dessert is usually chilled and served in slices.
Semolina helva with pudding is usually served cold or well chilled. Cooling allows the pudding to set and the layers to hold together, unlike traditional semolina helva, which is often enjoyed warm and spooned into bowls.
Semolina helva with pudding may be too soft if the pudding was prepared thin or the dessert was cut before chilling. Cook the pudding until thick, spread the layers evenly, and refrigerate the assembled dessert until it is set.
Yes, semolina helva with pudding can be made ahead and chilled before serving. The resting time helps the pudding firm up, making neat slices easier. Add nuts or other toppings shortly before serving so they stay crisp.
Store semolina helva with pudding covered in the refrigerator because its pudding layer is perishable. It is best eaten within a few days; leave it out only for serving and return any leftovers promptly to the fridge.
You can freeze semolina helva with pudding, but the pudding may turn watery or grainy after thawing, changing the texture. For the best result, make only what you can refrigerate and eat within a few days rather than freezing it.
Semolina helva with pudding pairs well with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee, which balance its sweetness. A light topping of crushed pistachios, hazelnuts, or cinnamon adds texture and aroma without covering up the toasted semolina flavour.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
148mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Sodium
171mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
198mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Semolina helva with pudding combines Turkish semolina helva—semolina toasted in butter or oil and sweetened with syrup—with a layer or serving of pudding. The exact method varies by household: the two may be arranged in layers or served together, giving the dessert a soft, creamy element alongside the toasted grain.
It is usually offered after a meal or with tea, either chilled or at room temperature. The pudding’s smooth texture contrasts with the richer, slightly nutty helva. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 255 calories per 100 g, so a modest portion makes a satisfying dessert. For a lighter finish, serve a smaller piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit.
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
8.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.