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Syrupy, walnut-filled shredded pastry dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Urfa kadayif dessert (80 g) has 272 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 44 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
272
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
44g
· 16% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 5% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 88 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 544 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Urfa kadayif dessert is a syrup-soaked pastry made from fine strands of shredded dough, commonly filled with walnuts. Its defining contrast is the crisp pastry with a sweet, nutty centre.
Urfa kadayif dessert is made by wrapping shredded pastry around a walnut filling, cooking it until golden, and adding syrup. Handle the strands gently and wrap them snugly so the filling stays inside as the pastry cooks.
Urfa kadayif dessert is typically a walnut-filled, syrup-sweetened pastry, while kunafa commonly has a layer of soft cheese between pastry layers. Kunafa is usually served hot so the cheese remains soft and stretchy.
Yes, Urfa kadayif dessert is commonly filled with walnuts, which give the pastry its nutty centre. Recipes can vary, so the filling may differ; this is especially important to confirm when serving someone with a tree-nut allergy.
Urfa kadayif dessert is usually served at room temperature or slightly warm, after the syrup has had time to soak in. Serving it piping hot can make the pastry seem softer and mask the walnut flavour.
Urfa kadayif dessert can turn soggy if it absorbs too much syrup or is not cooked until crisp. Add the syrup in a controlled amount and let the pastry drain or rest briefly before serving.
Keep Urfa kadayif dessert loosely covered in a cool, dry place if you plan to eat it soon; a tightly sealed container can trap moisture. Once syrup has softened the pastry, brief reheating may improve its texture, but it will not fully restore crispness.
Urfa kadayif dessert can generally be kept refrigerated in a covered container for a few days. Chilling tends to soften the pastry, so bring it toward room temperature or warm it briefly before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Urfa kadayif dessert in an airtight container, though thawing may leave the syrup-soaked pastry less crisp. Thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it briefly if you want to serve it warm.
Serve Urfa kadayif dessert with unsweetened tea or black coffee to balance its syrupy sweetness. A small spoonful of clotted cream is another option, though the dessert is also commonly enjoyed on its own.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.56mg · 4% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Selenium
4µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Sodium
88mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 272 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Urfa kadayif dessert is a regional sweet from Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey, made by sandwiching a walnut filling between strands of shredded kadayif pastry, then cooking it and soaking it in syrup. The pastry turns crisp on the outside and tender within, while the syrup makes each bite richly sweet.
It is usually served after a meal, at room temperature or warm, and goes well with unsweetened tea or Turkish coffee. With 55 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is an energy-dense dessert rather than an everyday snack. A smaller piece is satisfying; you can also keep the syrup on the lighter side when preparing it at home.
Low
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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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.