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Tas kadayif (half) Calories
Fried syrup-soaked kadayif dessert, walnut-filled
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (half) of Tas kadayif (half) (55 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.8 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tas kadayif (half) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (half) · 55 g
187
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
30.8g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% 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 66% · Protein 6% · Fat 28%
Tas kadayif (half) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (half) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.21 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 ½ Tas kadayif (half)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (half) | 55 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 piece (half) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 3 piece (half) | 165 g | 561 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 165 g | 561 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tas kadayif (half)
What is Tas kadayif?
Tas kadayif is a Turkish dessert made from small, soft rounds of bubbly batter. Each round is filled with walnuts, folded closed, fried, and soaked in syrup, giving it a crisp outside and a sweet, tender centre.
How is Tas kadayif made?
To make Tas kadayif, fermented batter is cooked on one side until bubbles form and the top begins to set. It is filled with walnuts, folded over, fried until golden, and dipped in prepared syrup.
How is Tas kadayif different from kunafa?
Tas kadayif uses round pieces of bubbly batter folded around a walnut filling, then fried and syruped. Kunafa usually uses shredded pastry strands or fine semolina dough and often has a cheese or cream filling.
Why does Tas kadayif batter have holes?
The holes in Tas kadayif form as yeast-fermented batter releases air bubbles while cooking. The rounds are cooked on one side, so the bubbled surface stays soft enough to fold around the walnut filling.
Is Tas kadayif always filled with walnuts?
Walnuts are the classic filling for Tas kadayif, but some home recipes use chopped pistachios or hazelnuts. The filling should be finely chopped and not overly packed, so the folded batter closes securely before frying.
How should Tas kadayif be served?
Serve Tas kadayif after it has absorbed syrup, either at room temperature or slightly warm. A little extra chopped walnut on top is a common garnish; the dessert is rich and sweet enough to serve without another sauce.
How long do Tas kadayif leftovers keep?
Keep leftover Tas kadayif in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. The syrup gradually softens the fried shell, so leftovers will not stay as crisp as freshly made pieces.
Can you freeze Tas kadayif?
Yes, Tas kadayif can be frozen, although freezing it after syruping may make the pastry softer when thawed. For a better texture, freeze the fried, filled pieces before dipping them in syrup, then thaw, warm, and syrup them.
Can Tas kadayif be baked instead of fried?
Yes, you can bake Tas kadayif, but it will not have the same crisp exterior as the traditional fried version. Brush the folded pieces with a little oil and bake until golden, then dip them in syrup.
How do you keep Tas kadayif from getting soggy?
To keep Tas kadayif from becoming soggy, let excess syrup drip off after dipping and avoid leaving the pieces submerged. For the crispest result, serve them soon after frying and syruping rather than storing them for long.
Tas kadayif (half) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.39mg · 3% DV
B3
0.39mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.66µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Selenium
2.75µg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
34mg · 5% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
61mg · 2% DV
Tas kadayif (half) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tas kadayif (half)
To burn the 187 calories in 1 piece (half) (55 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 kadayif (half)?
Tas kadayif is a traditional Turkish dessert made by filling soft, pancake-like dough with walnuts, folding it closed, frying it and soaking it in syrup. This half portion is one piece; the dough and syrup can vary somewhat between regional and home recipes.
It has a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, walnut-filled centre, with syrup bringing pronounced sweetness. In Turkey, it is commonly served after a meal or alongside tea as a dessert. Frying and syrup make it energy- and carbohydrate-rich, while its protein and fibre are comparatively modest. If you want a lighter treat, share the piece or enjoy it with unsweetened tea rather than adding another sweet accompaniment.
How Nutritious Is Tas kadayif (half)?
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 kadayif (half) 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 kadayif (half) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tas kadayif (half) Good For?
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
Tas kadayif (half) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.21g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.71g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.2:1).
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