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Milk-based starchy dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Tapioca pudding with milk (200 g) has 224 calories. That works out to 112 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.2 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
224
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
40.2g
· 15% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% 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 10% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 224 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 160 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 260 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 112 calories per 100 g.
Tapioca pudding with milk tastes mild, creamy, and lightly sweet, with soft, chewy pearls. Tapioca itself has little flavor, so vanilla, cinnamon, or fruit often provides the dessert’s more noticeable flavor.
To make tapioca pudding with milk, simmer tapioca pearls with milk and sugar, stirring until the pearls turn mostly translucent and the mixture thickens. Add vanilla near the end, then serve warm or chill it for a firmer texture.
Some tapioca pearls need soaking before you make tapioca pudding with milk, while small quick-cooking pearls may go straight into the pan. Check the package directions, since pearl size and processing determine the preparation.
The pearls in tapioca pudding with milk are usually still hard because they have not cooked long enough or were not soaked when needed. Keep the mixture at a gentle simmer until the pearls are mostly translucent and tender.
Yes, tapioca pudding with milk can be made without eggs. Tapioca thickens the milk as it cooks, so eggs are not essential; recipes that include them use them for a richer, custard-like texture.
Tapioca pudding with milk keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after serving, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
You can freeze tapioca pudding with milk, but it may not thaw smoothly. The milk can separate and the pearls can turn rubbery or mushy, so refrigerating it and eating it within a few days gives a better texture.
Tapioca pudding with milk can be served warm or cold. Warm pudding is softer and looser, while chilling makes it thicker; cover the surface while it cools to help prevent a skin from forming.
No, tapioca pudding with milk and sago pudding are not exactly the same. Tapioca comes from cassava starch, while sago traditionally comes from the pith of certain palm trees, although the small pearls and finished puddings can look similar.
Yes, tapioca pudding with milk can raise blood sugar because its pearls are mostly starch, and added sugar can increase the effect. If you have diabetes, consider the serving and sweetener in your meal plan; a clinician can advise on your individual needs.
Vitamins
B12
0.64µg · 27% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B5
0.56mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
152mg · 22% DV
Calcium
184mg · 18% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
236mg · 7% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tapioca pudding with milk is a sweet, thickened pudding made by simmering tapioca pearls in milk, usually with sugar. Tapioca comes from cassava root, and versions of the pudding are enjoyed in many parts of the world rather than belonging to just one national cuisine.
As the pearls cook, they turn soft and translucent, giving the creamy milk a gently chewy texture. It is served warm or chilled, often in a small bowl or cup; fruit or a little spice makes an easy topping. This is a starch-forward dessert with modest protein, and the listed version provides 112 calories per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, use less added sugar or serve a smaller portion with fresh fruit.
Low
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Low
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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
✓ 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
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.