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Cup dessert Calories
Milk-based cocoa dessert served in a cup
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Cup dessert (180 g) has 270 calories. That works out to 150 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.2 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 158.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cup dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
270
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
43.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 9% · Fat 28%
Cup dessert nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.86 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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 Cup of Cup dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 60 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 90 g | 135 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 150 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cup dessert
What is a cup dessert?
A cup dessert is a chilled, spoonable dessert served in an individual cup, often made with cocoa-flavoured milk pudding. Recipes vary: some are smooth, while others have layers of cake, biscuits, fruit or cream.
How do you make a cup dessert at home?
You make a cup dessert by cooking a cocoa milk mixture until thick, then layering it in cups with biscuits or cake. Let the pudding cool before adding delicate toppings, and chill the assembled cups before serving.
Is a cup dessert the same as pudding?
Not exactly: pudding describes a type of dessert, while cup dessert describes an individual-cup presentation. A cup dessert may contain pudding, but it can also include cake, biscuits, fruit or other layered components.
What can you layer in a cup dessert?
You can layer a cup dessert with plain or chocolate biscuits, cake crumbs, sliced fruit, whipped cream or chocolate shavings. Keep the layers thin enough to scoop together, and add crunchy toppings shortly before serving.
Why is my cup dessert runny?
A cup dessert is usually runny because its cocoa milk base did not cook long enough to thicken, or its thickener was not mixed in smoothly. Stir continuously while heating and allow the dessert to chill before judging its final texture.
Can you make cup desserts ahead of time?
Yes, you can make cup desserts ahead of serving and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Add crunchy toppings just before serving so they do not soften, and add fresh fruit close to serving time.
How long does a cup dessert last in the fridge?
A covered cup dessert keeps in the refrigerator for about two days. Use clean spoons when serving, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you freeze a cup dessert?
Freezing a cup dessert is not recommended because the milk-based pudding can separate or turn grainy as it thaws. Chill it in the refrigerator instead for the smoothest texture.
What is the difference between a cup dessert and a parfait?
A cup dessert is a broad name for a dessert served in a cup; a parfait is typically built in visible layers and may include fruit, cream or crunchy ingredients. A layered cup dessert can resemble a parfait, but the names are not interchangeable in every recipe.
What toppings go well with a cocoa cup dessert?
Chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, crushed biscuits, chopped nuts and berries all pair well with a cocoa cup dessert. Add toppings according to their texture: sprinkle crisp ingredients on at the last minute to keep them crunchy.
Cup dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Calcium
166mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
279mg · 8% DV
Sodium
104mg · 5% DV
Cup dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cup dessert
To burn the 270 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 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 Cup dessert?
Cup dessert is a chilled, spoonable sweet made with milk and cocoa and portioned into individual cups. It is often pudding-like, though home recipes vary: some add biscuit crumbs or a creamy topping, while others keep the cocoa mixture simple. The name covers a style of serving rather than one fixed recipe, and it is commonly associated with Turkish home-style desserts.
Serve it cold after a meal or as a small treat with tea or coffee. Its nutrition is mainly shaped by its milk and sweetened cocoa base, with carbohydrates outweighing protein. For a less rich finish, keep toppings light or add fresh fruit; it is also convenient to prepare ahead and chill until serving.
How Nutritious Is Cup 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
Medium
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 Cup 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 Cup dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cup 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
Cup dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.