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Strawberry magnolia: a popular dessert made with cream, biscuits, and fresh strawberries.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Strawberry magnolia (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 21.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Strawberry magnolia is a Turkish-style layered pudding dessert, usually made with a soft milk-based cream, biscuit crumbs and fresh strawberries. It is commonly assembled in clear glasses, with strawberry slices pressed against the sides so the layers show through, then topped with more fruit and crumbs.
Served chilled, it brings together silky, mild cream, tender or slightly crisp biscuit and bright, tart-sweet berries. In Turkey it is a familiar homemade and café dessert, often enjoyed after a meal or alongside coffee; elsewhere, it makes an easy make-ahead dessert for sharing. It is sweet and relatively carbohydrate-led, with about 180 calories per 100 g, so a modest portion works well after a filling meal.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 7% · Fat 33%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
18mg · 20% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
55µg · 6% DV
B12
0.15µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Calcium
65mg · 7% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.2µg · 4% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Strawberry magnolia is a layered dessert made with creamy milk pudding, crushed biscuits and fresh strawberries, usually assembled and served in a glass. It is popular in Turkey and is often finished with strawberry slices and biscuit crumbs.
To make strawberry magnolia, cook a milk-based pudding and let it cool. Layer it in glasses with crushed plain biscuits and sliced strawberries, repeating the layers as needed. Chill before serving so the pudding firms up and the flavours come together.
Strawberry magnolia can turn watery when the strawberries release juice or warm pudding softens the fruit. Dry the berries thoroughly after washing and cool the pudding before layering. Assemble it close to serving time if you want the fruit and biscuit layers to stay distinct.
Plain tea biscuits or digestive biscuits work well in strawberry magnolia because they crumble easily and complement the creamy pudding. Crush them into small crumbs rather than powder; a little texture makes the layers more satisfying.
Yes, you can make strawberry magnolia with frozen strawberries, but thaw and drain them first. Frozen berries tend to soften and release more liquid than fresh ones, so the dessert may be less firm. Fresh strawberries give the neatest layers.
Yes, strawberry magnolia can be assembled the night before and kept covered in the refrigerator. The biscuits will soften as they sit, so add any crunchy topping shortly before serving if you want it to retain its texture.
Strawberry magnolia keeps for about two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains fresh fruit and milk pudding, don’t leave it at room temperature for extended periods, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Strawberry magnolia is a Turkish take on the layered Magnolia-style pudding associated with Magnolia Bakery in New York. The Turkish version commonly uses milk pudding, crushed biscuits and fresh fruit, with strawberry among the most popular choices.
Yes, strawberry magnolia can be made without eggs; many versions thicken the pudding with starch instead. Cook the milk, sugar and starch until thick, then cool it before layering with biscuits and strawberries. The result may be slightly different in richness.
For crisper layers in strawberry magnolia, assemble the dessert shortly before serving and avoid adding warm pudding to the biscuit crumbs. If preparing it ahead, save some crumbs for the top and sprinkle them on just before serving.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.