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Banana and meringue dessert
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Banana meringue dessert (140 g) has 262 calories. That works out to 187 calories per 100 g. It contains 57.7 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B6 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 140 g
262
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
57.7g
· 21% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 6% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.49 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 57.7 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 55 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 130 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 190 g | 355 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 187 calories per 100 g.
Banana meringue dessert is made by layering sliced banana with meringue, or by adding meringue on top of a banana-based filling. Some versions include custard or cream. Add crisp meringue close to serving time so it does not soften from moisture.
Banana meringue dessert is a sweet made by combining banana and meringue, often with an added creamy layer. Recipes vary: it may be assembled in a dish, served in individual portions, or finished with meringue on top.
No. Banana meringue dessert is a broad name for desserts combining banana and meringue, while a pavlova typically has a large meringue base that is crisp outside and soft inside, topped with cream and fruit. A banana version does not have to use a pavlova base.
The meringue in banana meringue dessert softens as it absorbs moisture from the banana and any cream or custard. Weeping can also occur when meringue is exposed to moisture. For a crisp finish, add it just before serving rather than letting the assembled dessert sit.
You can prepare the banana or creamy layers of banana meringue dessert ahead, but add crisp meringue shortly before serving. Once assembled, moisture softens the meringue, and cut banana can darken, so the finished dessert is best served promptly.
Firm, ripe bananas work best in banana meringue dessert because they are sweet and hold their shape when sliced. Very soft bananas can turn mushy and add moisture to the layers, which may also soften the meringue.
Store banana meringue dessert containing cream or custard covered in the refrigerator. The banana may darken and the meringue will lose crispness as it absorbs moisture, so leftovers are best eaten soon rather than kept for an extended time.
Freezing banana meringue dessert is usually not recommended. The banana can become soft and watery after thawing, while the meringue loses its crisp texture. Make it fresh for the best result, especially if the recipe includes cream or custard.
Banana meringue dessert can be served on its own or alongside coffee or tea. Fresh banana slices or a little crumbled meringue make simple toppings; add them just before serving so the fruit and meringue do not sit and release moisture.
To make banana meringue dessert less sweet, use less sweetened cream or custard and skip sugary sauces or toppings. Ripe bananas add their own sweetness, while the meringue is already sweet, so a simpler assembly can keep the flavors balanced.
Vitamins
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin C
6.02mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.54µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
286mg · 8% DV
Sodium
55mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Banana meringue dessert brings ripe banana together with meringue, typically made by whipping egg whites with sugar. The meringue may be baked until crisp or left softer as part of a layered pudding-style dessert. Recipes vary, and the name does not point to one particular regional tradition.
Serve it chilled or at room temperature after a meal, or as a sweet treat with tea or coffee. The banana adds a mellow, fruity note, while the meringue gives the dessert its sweetness and either a delicate crunch or airy softness. It is mostly a carbohydrate-rich dessert and relatively low in fat. For a lighter version, keep portions modest and skip any extra cream or sugary topping.
Low
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Low
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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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.