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Potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs (70 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B6 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
130
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 9% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 piece (medium) | 70 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 370 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 210 g | 389 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs are made by shaping a potato-based dough around a filling of cream cheese and chopped herbs. Seal the edges well, then bake or pan-fry until the outside is golden and the filling is hot.
Yes, you can cook potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer and cook until the outsides are crisp and golden; the time varies with their size and whether they are frozen.
To stop potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs from leaking, avoid overfilling them and keep the edges free of filling. Press the seams firmly closed, and check that there are no gaps before cooking.
Yes, potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs can be frozen, especially before cooking. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; the cream cheese may become slightly less smooth after thawing.
Serve potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or a tangy yogurt dip. Those sides balance the soft potato and rich filling without overpowering the herbs.
Yes, you can assemble potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs ahead of cooking. Keep them covered in the refrigerator and cook them soon after assembling, so the potato casing does not become damp around the filling.
Chives, parsley, and dill all work well in potato pockets with cream cheese. Chop fresh herbs finely so they mix evenly into the filling; use a lighter hand with strongly flavored herbs such as rosemary.
Cooked potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly rather than leaving the cream-cheese filling at room temperature.
Reheat potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness. A microwave is quicker but makes the potato casing softer; heat until the center is hot.
Starchy potatoes work best for potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs because they mash into a soft mixture that is easier to shape. Let cooked potatoes release excess steam before forming the pockets, so the casing is not sticky.
Vitamins
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
8.4µg · 7% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B5
0.32mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
231mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
48mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
224mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):
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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.
Potato pockets with cream cheese and herbs are made by enclosing a creamy, herby filling in a pocket of potato. They are a convenient prepared snack or light meal rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition; recipes and ready-made versions may vary.
Served warm, the potato is soft and substantial, while the filling brings a mild tang and fresh herbal flavour. They work as a snack, starter or side, often alongside a crisp salad; in a packed lunch, they are easy to eat at room temperature too. Their nutritional character is mainly starchy, with some fat and protein from the filling, and they provide 185 kcal per 100 g. Add vegetables or salad for a lighter, more balanced plate.
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.
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.
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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.