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Yogurt-based, sweet, traditional Turkish dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Yortlu Tatnuni (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
216
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 10% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.72 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 432 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Yortlu Tatnuni is a traditional Turkish dessert made with yogurt. Recipes may differ between households or regions, so there is not necessarily one standard method or ingredient list for every version.
Yortlu Tatnuni is yogurt-based and typically uses a sweetener, eggs, and a gluten-containing ingredient such as flour. Additional ingredients and proportions vary by recipe, which can change the dessert’s texture and sweetness.
Yortlu Tatnuni is described as a traditional Turkish dessert, but a specific city or region of origin cannot be reliably established. It is better not to attribute it to a particular place without a dependable source.
Yes, you can make Yortlu Tatnuni without eggs, but the result may be softer or more fragile because eggs can help bind and set a dessert. Use a suitable egg substitute and check the mixture’s consistency.
Yortlu Tatnuni can be served chilled. Letting the yogurt-based dessert cool and set can make it easier to portion; unless your recipe specifies warm serving, allow it to settle before cutting.
Store leftover Yortlu Tatnuni in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains yogurt and eggs, do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes.
Yes, Yortlu Tatnuni can be frozen, although its yogurt-based texture may become watery or grainy after thawing. Try freezing a small portion first, thaw it in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze it.
You can make Yortlu Tatnuni less sweet by reducing the sweetener in the recipe. Make a modest adjustment first, since sweetener affects not only taste but can also influence how the dessert sets.
Yes, Yortlu Tatnuni can be served as dessert after iftar. Since it is sweet, a modest piece is a practical choice after a filling meal rather than treating it as a light or unsweetened snack.
Yortlu Tatnuni may raise blood sugar because it is a sweet dessert; its yogurt base does not cancel that effect. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your personal meal and medication plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Biotin
2.64µg · 9% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Calcium
144mg · 14% DV
Zinc
0.72mg · 7% DV
Iodine
9.6µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yortlu Tatnuni is a traditional Turkish dessert made with yoghurt. Recipes can vary from one household or region to another, but yoghurt gives the sweet a mild tang and a soft, moist character. It is served as a dessert, often after a meal or alongside tea. The flavour balances sweetness with a gentle yoghurt freshness, making it an easy fit for a relaxed tea break as well as the end of a meal.
It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 28 g per 100 g, while its protein content is modest. Think of it as a sweet treat rather than a protein-rich snack. A small piece pairs well with plain tea, and keeping the portion modest is a simple way to enjoy it more lightly.
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.
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
3.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.