Turkish Apricot Compote

Turkish Apricot Compote, known as Kayısı Tatlısı, is a traditional dessert from the Malatya region of Turkey, renowned for its high-quality apricots. It typically features dried apricots simmered in sugar syrup, often stuffed with walnuts or almonds, and served with a dollop of thick kaymak (clotted cream).

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars and added syrup, with a moderate amount of dietary fiber from the apricots. A single serving provides a quick energy boost and key nutrients like potassium and vitamin A, with a rough calorie estimate of 150-250 per portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	38 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Vitamin C	10 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Phosphorus	40 mg
Vitamin E	2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a celebrated symbol of Malatya's agricultural pride and is often served during special occasions and religious holidays. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the drying process concentrates the apricots' natural nutrients, making it a more nutrient-dense sweet treat compared to many other desserts.