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Protein- and vitamin B12-containing custard made with sweetbreads, egg, milk and caramel
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sweetbread Crème Caramel (120 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.2 g of carbs, 14.5 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
228
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
20.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
14.5g
· 29% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 25% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 4.62 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 90 g | 171 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 418 kcal |
Calculated from 190 calories per 100 g.
Sweetbread crème caramel is a custard dessert made with sweetbreads, eggs, milk and caramel. It combines the smooth, caramel-topped style of crème caramel with an ingredient more commonly used in savoury cooking.
Sweetbreads are organ meats, usually the thymus gland of a young animal; the term can also refer to the pancreas. Ask which one a recipe uses, since the name does not identify a single cut.
No, sweetbreads generally have a milder flavour and softer texture than liver. In sweetbread crème caramel, the egg-and-milk custard and caramel temper their savoury character, though the dessert may still have a noticeable offal note.
Clean the sweetbreads and remove any membrane or connective tissue before cooking them. Recipes commonly blanch or simmer them first, then finely mince or blend them into the custard so they cook evenly and do not leave large pieces.
No, sweetbread crème caramel is not a widely established traditional dessert. It is an unusual variation that combines a familiar caramel custard with sweetbreads, which are more often prepared in savoury dishes.
Sweetbread crème caramel can turn grainy if the sweetbreads are not finely blended or if the egg custard gets too hot. Strain the mixture and bake the moulds gently in a water bath for a smoother set.
Let sweetbread crème caramel chill completely before unmoulding it. Loosen the edge with a thin knife, briefly warm the outside of the mould, then invert it onto a plate so the caramel can run over the custard.
Yes, sweetbread crème caramel is well suited to making ahead because it needs time to chill and set. Keep the covered moulds refrigerated and unmould the portions shortly before serving.
Freezing sweetbread crème caramel is not recommended. The custard can separate or become watery after thawing, and the sweetbreads may lose their tender texture; refrigeration preserves the dessert better.
Serve sweetbread crème caramel chilled and unmoulded, with its caramel sauce poured over the top. Because the sweetbread gives it a savoury edge, small portions work well as a distinctive dessert after a meal.
Vitamins
B12
2.76µg · 115% DV
B2
0.37mg · 28% DV
Biotin
6.24µg · 21% DV
B5
0.86mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Iodine
29µg · 19% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
246mg · 7% DV
Sodium
125mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sweetbread crème caramel gives classic egg-and-milk custard an unusual savoury element: sweetbreads, the culinary name for organ meat, usually the thymus. The custard is baked with caramel, in the style of crème caramel. It is best understood as a creative combination rather than a traditional dish with a clear regional origin.
Served chilled, it has the familiar smooth, delicate set of crème caramel and a sweet caramel top, balanced by the richer, distinctive taste of the sweetbreads. It is not an everyday dessert, but can be offered in a small portion after a meal, perhaps with unsweetened coffee. Compared with a plain custard, it is more protein-rich; keeping the serving modest or using less caramel makes the sweet finish lighter.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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
4.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.