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Pumpkin profiterole Calories
Cream-filled choux pastry dessert with pumpkin flavor and chocolate sauce
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pumpkin profiterole (45 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.7 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of Selenium covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pumpkin profiterole Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
128
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
15.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 7% · Fat 44%
Pumpkin profiterole nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.75 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Pumpkin profiterole?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pumpkin profiterole
What is a pumpkin profiterole?
A pumpkin profiterole is a small choux pastry filled with pumpkin-flavoured cream and commonly finished with chocolate sauce. It gives classic profiteroles a seasonal pumpkin twist, with the pumpkin usually added to the filling rather than the pastry.
How do you make pumpkin profiteroles?
Pumpkin profiteroles are made by baking choux pastry until puffed and dry, then filling the cooled shells with pumpkin-flavoured cream. Add chocolate sauce just before serving; properly dried pastry shells are less likely to collapse or turn soggy.
What filling goes in pumpkin profiteroles?
Pumpkin profiteroles are usually filled with pastry cream blended with pumpkin purée, sometimes lightened with whipped cream. Use cooled, thick purée so the filling holds its shape and does not make the choux shells soggy.
How are pumpkin profiteroles different from regular profiteroles?
Pumpkin profiteroles differ from regular profiteroles mainly in their pumpkin-flavoured filling, and sometimes in pumpkin added to the pastry. Regular profiteroles more often have vanilla or plain cream; both are commonly served with chocolate sauce.
Can you put pumpkin purée in pumpkin profiterole pastry?
Yes, pumpkin purée can be added to pumpkin profiterole pastry, but it is more commonly used in the filling. Purée adds moisture, which can prevent choux pastry from puffing properly, so a small amount of thick purée is important.
Why do pumpkin profiteroles collapse after baking?
Pumpkin profiteroles can collapse if the choux shells have not dried out fully, the oven door is opened too early, or the dough contains too much moisture. Bake the shells until firm and let steam escape before filling them.
Can you make pumpkin profiteroles ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pumpkin profiterole shells and filling ahead, but store them separately. Keep the filling refrigerated and the shells in an airtight container; fill and add chocolate sauce shortly before serving to preserve their texture.
How long do pumpkin profiteroles last in the fridge?
Pumpkin profiteroles keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for about 1–2 days. The cream gradually softens the pastry, so they are best served the day they are filled, especially if you want the shells to retain some structure.
Can pumpkin profiteroles be frozen?
Yes, pumpkin profiteroles can be frozen, although the cream and pastry may lose some texture after thawing. For a better result, freeze the unfilled shells, thaw and crisp them briefly, then add the pumpkin filling and chocolate sauce before serving.
What should you serve with pumpkin profiteroles?
Pumpkin profiteroles pair well with coffee or unsweetened tea, which balance their creamy filling and chocolate sauce. Serve them as a dessert on their own rather than adding another sweet sauce, and drizzle on the chocolate shortly before serving.
Pumpkin profiterole Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
38.25µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
70mg · 2% DV
Pumpkin profiterole Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pumpkin profiterole
To burn the 128 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pumpkin profiterole?
Pumpkin profiterole is a pumpkin-flavoured take on the French choux pastry dessert. Small, airy pastry puffs are filled with cream and usually finished with chocolate sauce; pumpkin may flavour the filling or the accompanying cream. The result brings together delicate pastry, a smooth centre and a sweet, gently earthy note.
It works as a plated dessert after a meal, or alongside coffee or tea, whether bought from a patisserie or made at home. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively little protein; it provides 285 calories per 100 g. Serve a modest portion with unsweetened coffee or tea if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Pumpkin profiterole?
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 Pumpkin profiterole 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 Pumpkin profiterole Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pumpkin profiterole 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
Pumpkin profiterole Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 65:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (65:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.