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Tas kadayifi Calories
Traditional Turkish dessert, syrup-soaked, walnut filling, fried dough
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tas kadayifi (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tas kadayifi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
192
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 7% · Fat 31%
Tas kadayifi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
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 Tas kadayifi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tas kadayifi
What is Tas kadayifi?
Tas kadayifi is a Turkish syrup-soaked dessert made from small rounds of soft batter, typically filled with walnuts, folded, and fried. It is often called a pancake-like dessert, but its crisp fried shell and syrup make it distinct.
What is Tas kadayifi filled with?
Tas kadayifi is most commonly filled with chopped walnuts, sometimes mixed with cinnamon. The filling is placed on the cooked side of each batter round before folding, so it stays enclosed during frying.
How is Tas kadayifi made?
Tas kadayifi is made by cooking small rounds of yeast-leavened batter on one side, adding walnut filling, folding them closed, and frying them. The fried pieces are then soaked in sugar syrup and served once they have absorbed it.
How is Tas kadayifi different from kunefe?
Tas kadayifi is a folded, walnut-filled batter dessert that is fried and soaked in syrup. Kunefe is made with shredded kadayif pastry and cheese, then cooked until crisp; it is not the same dessert despite the shared name.
Why does Tas kadayifi open while frying?
Tas kadayifi usually opens when the folded edge is not firmly sealed or the walnut filling is packed too close to the edge. Leave a clear border around the filling and press the seam closed before frying.
Can Tas kadayifi be baked instead of fried?
Yes, Tas kadayifi can be baked, though frying is the traditional method and gives it a crisper exterior. Brush the folded pieces lightly with oil before baking, then add syrup gradually so they do not become soggy.
Can you make Tas kadayifi without walnuts?
Yes, you can make Tas kadayifi without walnuts by using another finely chopped nut or leaving out the filling. Keep the amount modest and seal the batter carefully, since bulky fillings can make the pieces split during frying.
Should Tas kadayifi be served hot or cold?
Tas kadayifi is usually served at room temperature or slightly warm after the syrup has soaked in. It does not need to be piping hot; letting it rest also helps the filling and syrup settle before serving.
How do you keep Tas kadayifi from getting soggy?
To keep Tas kadayifi from getting soggy, let excess oil drain after frying and soak the pieces in syrup only until they absorb it. Avoid stacking them while hot, which traps steam and softens the fried exterior.
How long does Tas kadayifi keep?
Store leftover Tas kadayifi in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. The syrup softens the fried shell over time, so it is at its best soon after preparation.
Tas kadayifi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
37mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.1µg · 4% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Tas kadayifi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tas kadayifi
To burn the 192 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Tas kadayifi?
Tas kadayifi is a traditional Turkish dessert made from soft rounds of dough folded around a walnut filling, fried, then soaked in syrup. It is also known in Turkey as yassı kadayıf and is often prepared at home for festive meals, including during Ramadan.
The outside is lightly crisp while the centre stays soft and nutty; syrup gives it its characteristic sweetness. In Turkey it is served after a meal, with tea, or at iftar. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its carbohydrates coming from the dough and syrup and a modest amount of protein. For a lighter dessert course, offer a smaller piece alongside unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Tas kadayifi?
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 Tas kadayifi 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 Tas kadayifi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tas kadayifi Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Tas kadayifi Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.4:1).
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