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Boston cream dessert Calories
Cream-filled sweet dessert with refined flour and sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Boston cream dessert (120 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.7 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 15.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 9 µg of Selenium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Boston cream dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
342
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
46.7g
· 17% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
15.1g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%
Boston cream dessert nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.1 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 6.48 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 Boston cream dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 371 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Boston cream dessert
What is Boston cream dessert?
Boston cream dessert is a cake-based sweet filled with pastry cream and usually finished with chocolate glaze. Its classic form is Boston cream pie, which is actually a layered cake rather than a pie.
How do you make Boston cream dessert?
To make Boston cream dessert, bake and cool a soft cake, split it horizontally, and spread pastry cream between the layers. Cover the top with chocolate glaze, then chill the assembled dessert so the filling sets before slicing.
What is the filling in Boston cream dessert?
The filling in Boston cream dessert is usually pastry cream, a cooked custard thickened with egg yolks and starch. Vanilla is a common flavoring. Some versions use whipped cream or a pudding-style filling instead.
Is Boston cream dessert the same as Boston cream pie?
Yes, Boston cream dessert commonly refers to the same classic sweet as Boston cream pie: sponge cake filled with pastry cream and topped with chocolate. Despite the name, the traditional version is a layer cake, not a pie.
Why is Boston cream dessert called Boston cream?
Boston cream dessert takes its name from Boston cream pie, a cake associated with Boston’s Parker House hotel in the 19th century. The original-style combination of pastry cream and chocolate topping helped make the name widely known.
What chocolate topping goes on Boston cream dessert?
Boston cream dessert is usually topped with chocolate ganache or a simple chocolate glaze. Ganache is made by stirring hot cream into chopped chocolate until smooth; let it cool slightly so it coats the cake without running off.
How should Boston cream dessert be served?
Serve Boston cream dessert chilled or cool, sliced with a sharp knife so the pastry-cream layers stay neat. Coffee or tea makes a natural pairing, and the chocolate topping means it generally needs no extra sauce.
How long does Boston cream dessert last in the fridge?
Boston cream dessert keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator because its pastry-cream filling is perishable. Keep it chilled between servings and avoid leaving slices out at room temperature for an extended time.
Can you freeze Boston cream dessert?
Yes, you can freeze Boston cream dessert, but the custard may release moisture and the cake can soften as it thaws. Wrap individual slices airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze them after thawing.
Can you make Boston cream dessert with instant pudding?
Yes, instant vanilla pudding can stand in for pastry cream in a quicker Boston cream dessert. It gives the cake a similar creamy layer, though the filling is usually softer and less rich than traditional cooked custard.
Boston cream dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
93.6µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Calcium
86mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
142mg · 4% DV
Boston cream dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Boston cream dessert
To burn the 342 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Boston cream dessert?
Boston cream dessert takes its cue from Boston cream pie, a classic American cake traditionally made with soft sponge layers, vanilla pastry cream in the middle and a chocolate topping. Despite its name, the original is a layered cake rather than a pie.
In the United States it is served by the slice at bakeries and celebrations, often with coffee; elsewhere, it makes a rich teatime or after-dinner treat. The contrast of tender cake, smooth filling and chocolate is its hallmark. Refined flour and sugar provide much of its energy, while the cream adds fat; it offers relatively little fibre. If you’d like a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and pair it with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Boston cream dessert?
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 Boston cream dessert 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 Boston cream dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Boston cream dessert 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
Boston cream dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.