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Baked ice cream Calories
Dessert, high in sugar and fat; typically includes an ice cream core with a baked coating or batter.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Baked ice cream (120 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 15.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Baked ice cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
306
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
15.1g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Baked ice cream nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.1 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Baked ice cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (mini) | 30 g | 77 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 65 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 179 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 130 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baked ice cream
What is baked ice cream?
Baked ice cream is a dessert in which a frozen ice-cream center is briefly baked inside an insulating coating, often meringue, and sometimes set on cake. The outside browns while the center stays cold when it is assembled and baked correctly.
Is baked ice cream the same as Baked Alaska?
Baked ice cream is closely associated with Baked Alaska, the classic dessert made with ice cream on cake and covered in meringue before brief baking. Recipes called baked ice cream can vary, so they may not include the cake layer or use precisely the same method.
How does baked ice cream not melt in the oven?
Baked ice cream stays frozen because the meringue coating traps air and slows heat transfer, while the dessert spends very little time in a hot oven. A thoroughly frozen center and an even, unbroken coating are essential.
How do you make baked ice cream at home?
To make baked ice cream, place very firm scoops on cake if desired, cover them completely with thick meringue, and bake briefly until the outside browns. Serve right away; a thin coating or softened ice cream makes melting more likely.
Can you make baked ice cream ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble baked ice cream ahead and keep it frozen until baking. Bake it just before serving, since the browned meringue softens as it stands and the ice-cream center eventually melts.
What coating is used for baked ice cream?
Meringue is the usual coating for baked ice cream because its airy structure insulates the frozen center during brief baking. Some versions include a cake base beneath the ice cream, but the cake does not replace the outer coating.
Can you make baked ice cream in an air fryer?
Baked ice cream can be made in an air fryer only if the appliance can brown the coating very quickly without warming the frozen center. Use a fully frozen, thoroughly coated portion and watch it closely, since circulating heat can brown exposed spots fast.
Can you use store-bought ice cream for baked ice cream?
Yes, store-bought ice cream works for baked ice cream. Choose a firm variety, scoop it while cold, and freeze the portions until hard before covering; ice cream that has softened and been refrozen may be less smooth.
Why does baked ice cream sometimes melt before the meringue browns?
Baked ice cream can melt early if its center is not fully frozen, the meringue has gaps, or baking lasts too long. Chill the assembled dessert before baking and make sure the coating covers the ice cream completely.
What can you serve with baked ice cream?
Baked ice cream pairs well with fresh berries, fruit sauce, or a light drizzle of chocolate. Add these when serving rather than baking them with the dessert, so extra moisture does not soften the browned meringue.
Baked ice cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B12
0.41µg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
117.6µg · 13% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
122mg · 17% DV
Calcium
142mg · 14% DV
Selenium
3.84µg · 7% DV
Iodine
9.6µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
211mg · 6% DV
Sodium
114mg · 5% DV
Baked ice cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baked ice cream
To burn the 306 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Baked ice cream?
Baked ice cream brings together a cold ice-cream centre and a coating that can be sponge cake, pastry or meringue. It is baked briefly so the outside warms and colours while the centre stays frozen. The dish is often associated with baked Alaska, though recipes and names vary; some versions use a batter-like shell instead of cake or meringue.
Serve it straight from the oven, when the contrast between the warm exterior and cold, soft middle is at its best. It works as a restaurant-style dessert after a meal, or as a special treat at home. It is relatively rich in sugar and fat, so a modest portion may suit those who want something sweet without making dessert the main event. Fresh berries can add a bright, tart contrast.
How Nutritious Is Baked ice cream?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Baked ice cream Processed?
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.
Does Baked ice cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Baked ice cream Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Baked ice cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.