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Sweet, light, puffy dessert, typically made with flour, eggs, and sugar
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Puffy dessert (60 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of Selenium covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
162
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
3.7g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 8% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.02 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.1 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) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Puffy dessert is typically made with flour, eggs and sugar, giving it a light, airy texture. Recipes can differ, so the name describes the style of dessert rather than one fixed ingredient list.
Puffy dessert gets much of its lift from air incorporated into the eggs during mixing. Gently folding in the flour helps retain that air, while rough mixing can leave the finished dessert denser.
Not necessarily; Puffy dessert does not identify one standardized recipe or cooking method. Many airy flour-and-egg desserts are baked, but follow the specific recipe rather than assuming the name dictates how it is cooked.
Puffy dessert can sink as the trapped air cools, and a dramatic collapse may mean its center was not fully set. Let it finish cooking according to the recipe, and avoid opening the oven early if the recipe calls for baking.
No, Puffy dessert is not necessarily a soufflé. The name can refer to different light, risen desserts, whereas soufflé has a more specific preparation; check the recipe to know which one you are making.
Puffy dessert works well with fresh fruit, a light fruit sauce or a hot drink. Choose a topping that complements its sweetness without weighing down its airy texture.
Yes, you can prepare Puffy dessert ahead, but its texture is usually at its lightest soon after cooking. If serving it later, store it covered and add any sauce or fresh toppings just before serving.
Store leftover Puffy dessert in a covered container to keep it from drying out and absorbing other food odors. Refrigerate it if the recipe contains cream, custard or another perishable filling.
Yes, Puffy dessert can be frozen, although thawing may make its airy texture softer or denser. Cool it completely, wrap portions well, and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Puffy dessert can fit in a weight-loss eating plan when you keep the portion modest, but its sugar and flour make it easy to add energy without much fullness. Pairing a small piece with fruit can make it a more satisfying dessert.
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Iodine
4.2µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 162 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Puffy dessert is a sweet, airy preparation typically made with flour, eggs and sugar. The name describes its light, risen texture rather than pointing to a clearly defined regional recipe, so ingredients and cooking methods can vary.
Its soft bite and sweet flavour make it suitable with tea or coffee, or as a small dessert after a meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with comparatively little fibre. For a lighter serving, keep the portion modest and pair it with fresh fruit rather than adding a rich topping.
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.
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.
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
1.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.