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Cream meringue Calories
Sweet meringue dessert with cream
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cream meringue (80 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 34 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 12.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cream meringue Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
256
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
34g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
12.5g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%
Cream meringue nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.5 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 7.84 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.4 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Cream meringue?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 160 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cream meringue
What is cream meringue?
Cream meringue is a dessert made by pairing a baked or dried meringue base with cream. The contrast between the crisp, sweet shell and the soft filling is its defining feature; recipes may use whipped cream or a richer clotted cream.
How do you make cream meringue?
To make cream meringue, beat egg whites with sugar, shape the mixture, and bake it gently until dry. Let the base cool fully, then add chilled cream just before serving so the filling does not soften the meringue.
What is the difference between cream meringue and pavlova?
Cream meringue usually refers to meringue served with a cream filling, often on a crisp base. Pavlova is typically a larger meringue with a crisp outer shell and a soft, marshmallow-like centre, topped with cream and fruit.
Why does cream meringue collapse in the oven?
Cream meringue can collapse if its base has not dried through or if it cools too quickly after baking. Bake it gently, avoid opening the oven while it cooks, and let it cool gradually in the switched-off oven.
Why does cream meringue crack?
Cream meringue often cracks when the oven is too hot or the base cools too quickly. A low baking temperature and gradual cooling help limit cracks; small ones are usually easy to conceal with the cream filling.
Should cream meringue be made with clotted cream or whipped cream?
Cream meringue can be made with either, but clotted cream gives it a richer, denser filling while whipped cream feels lighter. Keep the cream chilled and fill the meringue shortly before serving to preserve the crisp texture.
How should cream meringue be served?
Serve cream meringue soon after filling it, while the base is crisp and the cream is cold. Fresh berries or tart fruit can balance its sweetness, and coffee or tea makes a simple accompaniment.
How do you store cream meringue?
Store filled cream meringue in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it as soon as practical, since the meringue absorbs moisture from the filling. Keep unfilled meringue bases in an airtight container in a dry place.
Can you make cream meringue ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the meringue base ahead and keep it completely cool in an airtight, dry container. Add the cream and any fruit close to serving time; filling it early makes the base lose its crispness.
Can cream meringue be frozen?
Freezing cream meringue is not recommended because thawing can make the cream watery and the meringue soft. For advance preparation, store the unfilled base in an airtight container and add the cream shortly before serving.
Cream meringue Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
96µg · 11% DV
B12
0.16µg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
56mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Iodine
6.4µg · 4% DV
Sodium
76mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Cream meringue Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cream meringue
To burn the 256 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Cream meringue?
Cream meringue brings crisp, sweet meringue together with rich cream; in the Turkish name, kaymaklı mereng, the cream is traditionally kaymak, a thick, clotted cream. The meringue is made from whipped egg whites and sugar, then topped or layered with cream, depending on the recipe.
It makes a delicate-looking dessert with a crunchy shell and a soft, creamy contrast. In Turkey, it may be served after a meal or alongside coffee or tea; elsewhere, it also works as a small plated dessert. It is sweet and relatively rich, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat. A modest portion and unsweetened coffee make a good pairing.
How Nutritious Is Cream meringue?
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 Cream meringue 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 Cream meringue Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cream meringue 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
Cream meringue Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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