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Torta della Nonna Calories
Italian custard tart with pine nuts
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Torta della Nonna (120 g) has 462 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 55 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 24.1 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 17.4 µg of Selenium covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Torta della Nonna Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
462
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
55g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
24.1g
· 31% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 7% · Fat 46%
Torta della Nonna nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 462 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.1 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 11.52 g | 58% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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 Slice of Torta della Nonna?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 70 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 170 g | 655 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 693 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 250 g | 963 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 500 g | 1925 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 1000 g | 3850 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Torta della Nonna
What is Torta della Nonna?
Torta della Nonna is a Tuscan Italian tart filled with pastry cream and topped with pine nuts. It is usually made with a shortcrust pastry base and a pastry lid, then finished with powdered sugar after baking.
What does the name Torta della Nonna mean?
Torta della Nonna means “grandmother’s cake” or “grandmother’s tart” in Italian. The name suits its homestyle reputation, though the dessert is also a familiar offering in Tuscan bakeries and restaurants.
Where did Torta della Nonna originate?
Torta della Nonna is associated with Tuscany, especially Florence. Stories about its exact origin differ, so it is safer to describe it as a Tuscan dessert than to credit one town, baker, or precise date.
What is the filling in Torta della Nonna?
The filling in Torta della Nonna is pastry cream, usually made with milk, egg yolks, sugar, and a thickener such as flour or cornstarch. Lemon zest or vanilla often flavors it, while the pine nuts are typically scattered over the top.
How is Torta della Nonna made?
To make Torta della Nonna, line a tart pan with sweet shortcrust pastry, fill it with cooled pastry cream, and cover it with another pastry layer. Add pine nuts and bake until the pastry is golden; dust with powdered sugar once cool.
Why does Torta della Nonna have pine nuts on top?
Pine nuts are a defining traditional topping for Torta della Nonna, adding a lightly resinous, buttery flavor and a toasted finish. Recipes vary, but replacing them with another nut changes the tart’s classic character.
What is the difference between Torta della Nonna and Torta del Nonno?
Torta della Nonna is generally filled with plain, vanilla, or lemon pastry cream and topped with pine nuts. Torta del Nonno commonly refers to a variation with chocolate or cocoa cream and almonds, although bakery versions are not completely uniform.
Is Torta della Nonna served warm or cold?
Torta della Nonna is usually served cooled or at room temperature, rather than hot. Cooling lets the pastry cream set, so slices hold together; a light dusting of powdered sugar is often added just before serving.
Can you make Torta della Nonna ahead of time?
Yes, Torta della Nonna can be made a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. The chilling time helps the pastry cream set, but add powdered sugar shortly before serving so it does not dissolve into the surface.
How should leftover Torta della Nonna be stored?
Store leftover Torta della Nonna covered in the refrigerator because its pastry-cream filling needs to stay chilled. It is best eaten within about 2–3 days; let a slice sit briefly at room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Torta della Nonna Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Biotin
5.04µg · 17% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
167mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.37mg · 16% DV
Sodium
220mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
158mg · 5% DV
Torta della Nonna Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Torta della Nonna
To burn the 462 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Torta della Nonna?
Torta della Nonna is a Tuscan tart, often associated with Florence. A buttery shortcrust pastry holds a layer of vanilla pastry cream, and the top is usually finished with pine nuts and a dusting of icing sugar. The crust is crumbly, the centre smooth and creamy, and the nuts add a gentle crunch when toasted.
In Italy, it is served in cafés and homes as a dessert or with an afternoon coffee. Elsewhere, it works well as a small after-dinner slice or alongside coffee or tea. Pastry and custard make it an energy-dense treat, while it provides little fibre. For a lighter serving, offer a smaller slice with unsweetened coffee or fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Torta della Nonna?
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 Torta della Nonna 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 Torta della Nonna Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Torta della Nonna Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Torta della Nonna Fat Profile
SATURATED
11.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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