Flan
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal |
| Protein | 5.2 g |
| Fat | 4.9 g |
| Carbs | 28.2 g |
Flan is a baked custard dessert made from eggs, milk and sugar, typically served chilled and topped with a layer of caramel sauce. It is a staple across Spanish and Latin American cuisines, often presented in individual ramekins or as a whole mould turned out onto a plate. Per 100 g, flan provides 178 kcal, 5.2 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 28.2 g of carbohydrates, virtually all of which come from sugars (28.1 g), with no dietary fibre. Notable micronutrients include 74.3 mg of choline, 65 mcg of vitamin A and 163 mg of sodium per 100 g, alongside 129 mg of potassium and 110 mg of phosphorus. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Flan is compatible with vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in flan?
Flan contains 178 kcal per 100 g. A typical individual serving of around 120 g would come to approximately 214 kcal.
How much vitamin A is in flan?
Flan provides 65 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, contributed mainly by the eggs and milk used in the custard base. That represents a moderate amount relative to a standard daily reference intake of 700–900 mcg for adults.
Is flan gluten-free?
Traditional flan made from eggs, milk, sugar and caramel contains no gluten-containing ingredients, and it appears on the gluten-free diet list. That said, commercially prepared versions may include additives or thickeners that introduce gluten, so checking labels is worthwhile.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal |
| Protein | 5.2 g |
| Fat | 4.9 g |
| Carbs | 28.2 g |
| Sugars | 28.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.2 g |
| Monounsaturated | 1.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.53 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.027 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.42 g |
| Cholesterol | 112 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 95.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.49 mg |
| Magnesium | 11.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Potassium | 129 mg |
| Sodium | 163 mg |
| Zinc | 0.56 mg |
| Copper | 0.010 mg |
| Selenium | 8.6 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 65.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 65.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.40 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.31 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.20 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.026 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.061 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.027 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 15.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23 mcg |
| Choline | 74.3 mg |