Pão de queijo
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 36.0 g |
Pão de queijo is a Brazilian cheese bread made from tapioca starch and cheese, typically baked into small, chewy rolls. It is a staple snack and breakfast item throughout Brazil, commonly eaten warm straight from the oven, and is naturally gluten-free due to its tapioca starch base. Per 100 g, raw pão de queijo dough provides 300 kcal, 7.5 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 36 g of carbohydrates, with only 0.5 g of dietary fibre and 2 g of sugars. It contributes 180 mg of calcium and 320 mg of sodium per 100 g, along with 60 mcg of vitamin A and 0.4 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free dietary patterns.
How many calories in pão de queijo?
Pão de queijo contains 300 kcal per 100 g of raw dough. A single baked roll typically weighs around 30–40 g, putting one piece at roughly 90–120 kcal.
Is pão de queijo gluten-free?
Yes, pão de queijo is naturally gluten-free because it is made with tapioca starch rather than wheat flour. It is one of the few traditional bread-style foods that fits a gluten-free dietary pattern without any substitutions.
How much calcium is in pão de queijo?
Pão de queijo provides 180 mg of calcium per 100 g, largely due to its cheese content. It also contains 320 mg of sodium per 100 g, which is worth noting for those monitoring salt intake.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 36.0 g |
| Sugars | 2.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.50 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 6.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 75.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 0.50 mg |
| Potassium | 90.0 mg |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 60.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.40 mcg |