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Belgian hazelnut cake, cream-filled, sweet and rich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Bresilientaart (90 g) has 369 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 23.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
369
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
34.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
23.4g
· 30% 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 37% · Protein 6% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 369 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.4 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 7.83 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 slice (extra small) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 slice (small) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 130 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 130 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 slice (jumbo) | 180 g | 738 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Bresilientaart is a Belgian cake typically made with cream and topped with crunchy caramelised hazelnut pieces. Recipes vary, but the combination of soft cake, rich filling and crisp nut topping is what distinguishes it.
The Bresilienne topping is generally made from chopped or crushed caramelised hazelnuts. It gives Bresilientaart its characteristic crunchy finish and sweet, toasted-nut flavour; the exact size and amount of the pieces vary by bakery.
Bresilientaart is usually assembled from cake layers and a creamy filling, then finished with caramelised hazelnut pieces. Bakeries differ in their choice of cream and cake base, so there is no single fixed recipe.
Bresilientaart is associated with Belgian baking and is especially familiar in Belgian bakeries. The name is also written as “Bresilienne” in some contexts, and recipes can vary from one bakery or region to another.
No, Bresilientaart and Paris-Brest are different pastries. Bresilientaart is typically a layered cake with cream and caramelised hazelnut topping, while Paris-Brest is a ring of choux pastry traditionally filled with praline cream.
Serve Bresilientaart in slices as a dessert, ideally with coffee or tea. Its rich cream and sweet, crunchy topping are flavourful on their own, so it usually needs no extra sauce or garnish.
Keep Bresilientaart covered in the refrigerator because of its cream filling, and aim to eat it within a few days. Let a slice sit briefly at room temperature before serving for a softer, more flavourful texture.
Yes, you can freeze Bresilientaart, but its cream may change texture and the hazelnut topping can lose its crunch after thawing. Wrap slices airtight and thaw them slowly in the refrigerator.
Yes. Use a thinner layer of filling and less caramelised hazelnut topping to make homemade Bresilientaart less rich while keeping its signature flavours. Cutting smaller slices is another straightforward way to serve it.
No, Bresilientaart typically contains hazelnuts in its topping, so it is not suitable for someone with a hazelnut allergy. Bakery products may also have cross-contact; avoid it if the ingredients and handling cannot be confirmed.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.43mg · 16% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B12
0.2µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.25µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
162mg · 5% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bresilientaart is a Belgian cream-filled cake, finished with caramelised hazelnut praline. Its soft cake or pastry base, smooth filling and crunchy topping make it a rich pâtisserie-style dessert; despite the name, “bresil” refers to the chopped praline rather than Brazil.
The sweetness of the cream contrasts with the toasted, slightly brittle hazelnuts. In Belgium it is enjoyed as a bakery treat or celebratory cake, often alongside coffee; elsewhere, it also works well served in modest slices with tea or coffee. It is energy-dense, with 410 calories per 100 g, so a smaller slice is a satisfying choice. Fresh fruit alongside it can add a lighter contrast.
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
— Not 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
SATURATED
7.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.79g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.