Crema catalana
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 8.5 g |
| Carbs | 23.0 g |
Crema catalana is a traditional Catalan custard dessert made from milk, egg yolks, sugar and cornstarch, typically flavoured with lemon zest and cinnamon, then finished with a caramelised sugar crust. It is served chilled in individual earthenware dishes and is a staple of Catalan cuisine, closely related to but distinct from French crème brûlée. Per 100 g, it provides 185 kcal, 4.5 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 23 g of carbohydrates, of which 20 g are sugars, with virtually no fibre (0.1 g). It contributes 130 mg of potassium, 110 mg of calcium and 95 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, along with 0.5 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index value is available for this preparation. Suitable for vegetarian, gluten-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in crema catalana?
Crema catalana contains 185 kcal per 100 g. A typical individual serving is around 120–150 g, which puts it at roughly 220–280 kcal per portion.
Is crema catalana gluten-free?
Traditional crema catalana is thickened with cornstarch rather than flour, making it gluten-free in its classic preparation. Always check individual recipes or restaurant versions, as some may use wheat-based thickeners.
How much calcium is in crema catalana?
Crema catalana provides 110 mg of calcium per 100 g, largely from its milk base. That represents a meaningful contribution toward daily calcium needs from a single dessert serving.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 8.5 g |
| Carbs | 23.0 g |
| Sugars | 20.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.10 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 4.8 g |
| Monounsaturated | 2.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.40 g |
| Cholesterol | 175 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 110 mg |
| Iron | 0.40 mg |
| Potassium | 130 mg |
| Sodium | 55.0 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 95.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.50 mcg |