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Layered creamy pistachio pudding parfait dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Pistachio pudding parfait (180 g) has 335 calories. That works out to 186 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.6 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 196.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
335
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
44.6g
· 16% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 9% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 335 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 6.12 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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 cup (medium) | 180 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 52 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 409 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 260 g | 484 kcal |
Calculated from 186 calories per 100 g.
A pistachio pudding parfait is a chilled layered dessert made with pistachio-flavoured pudding and additions such as cream, cookie crumbs, or chopped pistachios. Recipes vary, and the name usually describes a layered pudding dessert rather than one fixed traditional recipe.
To make a pistachio pudding parfait, prepare the pudding and let it cool until thick, then layer it in glasses with cream and your chosen additions. Chill the assembled dessert before serving, and add crunchy toppings shortly beforehand so they stay crisp.
A pistachio pudding parfait starts with pistachio pudding, often layered with whipped cream or another creamy component and cookie crumbs. Chopped pistachios make a fitting topping. The exact ingredients vary by recipe, so the layers can be adjusted to suit your preferred texture.
Yes, instant pistachio pudding works in a pistachio pudding parfait and makes preparation quicker. Whisk it according to its package directions, let it set fully, and then layer it; adding cream or cookie crumbs before the pudding thickens can leave the parfait loose.
A pistachio pudding parfait layers pudding with contrasting ingredients, commonly cream and cookie crumbs, and is served chilled in a glass or dish. Pistachio pudding on its own is simply the pudding, without the additional layers and textures.
A pistachio pudding parfait can turn runny if the pudding has not set, if warm pudding is layered with cream, or if watery fruit is added. Cool and thicken the pudding completely before assembling, and add juicy fruit just before serving.
Yes, you can assemble a pistachio pudding parfait a day ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. For a better contrast of textures, store crunchy cookie crumbs separately and sprinkle them on just before serving.
A covered pistachio pudding parfait generally keeps in the refrigerator for about 2–3 days. Since it contains dairy-based pudding and often cream, refrigerate it promptly and discard it if it develops an off smell, visible spoilage, or an unusual separated texture.
You can freeze a pistachio pudding parfait, but its texture may suffer: pudding and cream can separate or become watery as they thaw, and cookie layers soften. For the best texture, chill it in the refrigerator instead of freezing it.
Pistachio pudding parfait layers commonly include whipped cream, crushed vanilla wafers or other cookies, and chopped pistachios. Add the crunchy ingredients between layers for texture, or save them for the top so they do not soften while the dessert chills.
Vitamins
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B12
0.52µg · 22% DV
Vitamin A
104.4µg · 12% DV
B5
0.56mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
196mg · 28% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Selenium
6.48µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
317mg · 9% DV
Sodium
166mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pistachio pudding parfait takes its cue from muhallebi, the milk pudding enjoyed in Turkey, and presents it in chilled layers with pistachio. It is smooth and creamy, with a gentle nutty flavour; unlike a frozen parfait, it is served cold from a cup. In Turkey, it makes a popular after-dinner sweet or a treat alongside tea. Elsewhere, it works well as an easy make-ahead dessert for a shared meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fat and modest protein; a 100 g portion provides 186 calories. Choose a smaller cup if you want a lighter dessert.
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
— 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
6.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.