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Red crepe crumbs Calories
Red-colored crepe crumbs; flour, egg, and milk-based, used as a sweet bakery/dessert component.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (small) of Red crepe crumbs (30 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.9 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 4.8 µg of Selenium covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Red crepe crumbs Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 30 g
100
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
14.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 10% · Fat 30%
Red crepe crumbs nutrition facts table · 1 serving (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.93 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.4 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 Small Serving of Red crepe crumbs?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 8 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 40 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 16 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 60 g | 199 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 249 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red crepe crumbs
What are red crepe crumbs?
Red crepe crumbs are small pieces of red-colored crepes made with flour, egg, and milk. They are used as a dessert or bakery component, adding a delicate crepe texture and a bright accent to cakes, plated desserts, and other sweets.
How do you make red crepe crumbs?
To make red crepe crumbs, cook thin red crepes, let them cool completely, then crumble them by hand or pulse them briefly in a food processor. Stop while they are still small flakes; extended blending turns them into powder.
What makes red crepe crumbs red?
A coloring ingredient mixed into the crepe batter gives red crepe crumbs their color. For a homemade batch, add food coloring gradually and check the cooked crepe, since heat can change how vivid the shade looks.
How can you keep red crepe crumbs crisp on a cake?
Add red crepe crumbs to a cake just before serving if you want them to stay crisp. Cream, fruit juice, and syrup soften the thin pieces on contact, so placing them on a dry area or serving them separately helps preserve their texture.
Can you make red crepe crumbs from leftover crepes?
Yes, leftover red crepes can be turned into red crepe crumbs. They should be cool and reasonably dry before crumbling; if they have been filled or coated with cream, remove the filling first because it can make the crumbs wet and clumpy.
What desserts go well with red crepe crumbs?
Red crepe crumbs work well with vanilla cream, chocolate desserts, fruit, and ice cream. Their mild crepe flavor does not overpower richer fillings, while the red pieces stand out especially well against pale frosting, whipped cream, or custard.
Can red crepe crumbs be used as a cake filling?
Yes, red crepe crumbs can be used between cake layers, but they soften when they touch moist frosting. For a more noticeable texture, scatter them over a thin layer of cream shortly before serving rather than burying them in a wet filling.
How should you store red crepe crumbs?
Store red crepe crumbs only after they have cooled, in an airtight container in a dry place. Moisture quickly makes the thin flakes lose their texture, so keep them separate from frosting, fruit, or other damp dessert components until serving.
Can red crepe crumbs be frozen?
Yes, red crepe crumbs can be frozen in a tightly sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw only the amount you need and check for condensation; if the pieces have softened, a brief gentle reheating can dry them out before you use them.
What can you use instead of red crepe crumbs?
Crumpled plain crepes are the closest substitute for red crepe crumbs in texture, though they will not provide the same color. Crushed biscuits can decorate a dessert instead, but they are crunchier and taste less like crepe.
Red crepe crumbs Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Sodium
93mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
35mg · 1% DV
Red crepe crumbs Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Red crepe crumbs
To burn the 100 calories in 1 serving (small) (30 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.
What is Red crepe crumbs?
Red crepe crumbs are small pieces of thin, red-coloured crepes made with flour, eggs and milk. Rather than being a dish on their own, they are used as a bakery and dessert component, adding colour and a soft or crisp contrast to other ingredients.
They can be layered into trifles and cakes, or scattered over custard, ice cream and fruit desserts. Crepes have French roots, while these crumbs are a flexible decoration or texture element in desserts served around the world. They are mainly a source of carbohydrate, with some protein and fat from the batter. Use a small portion to finish a dessert, or pair the crumbs with fresh fruit and a lighter yoghurt topping.
How Nutritious Is Red crepe crumbs?
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 Red crepe crumbs 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 Red crepe crumbs Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Red crepe crumbs 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
Red crepe crumbs Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.93g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.