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Ube cream Calories
Sweet creamy ube-based spread or dessert cream
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Ube cream (35 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Ube cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 35 g
98
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 3% · Fat 42%
Ube cream nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.83 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 2 Tablespoons of Ube cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 35 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 126 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 168 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 70 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ube cream
What does ube cream taste like?
Ube cream tastes sweet, creamy and mildly earthy, with a flavor often compared to vanilla and pistachio. Its exact taste varies by recipe, but it is generally more aromatic than simply sweet and is not the same as taro cream.
Is ube cream the same as ube halaya?
Not always. Ube halaya is a traditional Filipino dessert made from cooked purple yam, while ube cream is a broader name for a smooth, spreadable preparation. Some versions are very similar, but ingredients and thickness can differ.
What can you put ube cream on?
Ube cream works as a spread for toast, pancakes, waffles and pastries. You can also swirl it into yogurt or use it as a filling for cakes and buns; taste it first, since some versions are sweet enough to use sparingly.
Can ube cream be used in coffee?
Yes, ube cream can flavor coffee or be stirred into a latte. Mix a small amount into warm milk or coffee until smooth, then adjust the sweetness; a thick cream may need whisking to prevent lumps.
How do you bake with ube cream?
Ube cream can be used as a cake filling, a swirl in batter or a flavoring for frosting. It adds moisture and sweetness, so reduce other sweet ingredients when the recipe allows and avoid adding so much that the batter becomes heavy.
How do you make ube cream from scratch?
Cook peeled ube until tender, mash it smoothly, then heat it gently with sugar and milk or another chosen creamy ingredient. Stir often until thick and spreadable; recipes differ, so the final texture depends on the amount of liquid and cooking time.
Where can you buy ube cream?
Ube cream is often sold in Filipino or other Southeast Asian grocery stores, specialty food shops and online. It may be labeled ube spread or ube halaya, but check the product description because those names can refer to different textures and recipes.
How should you store ube cream after opening?
After opening, keep ube cream in a tightly closed container in the refrigerator and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package’s storage directions when available, and discard it if you notice mold, an off smell or an unusual change in texture.
Can you freeze ube cream?
Yes, ube cream can be frozen in an airtight freezer-safe container. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before serving; freezing may change its smooth texture, so it is often better suited to baking or fillings after thawing.
What can replace ube cream in a recipe?
Ube puree or another ube-based filling is the closest replacement for ube cream. Taro cream or purple sweet potato puree can provide a similar color and texture, but their flavors are different and the result will not taste exactly like ube.
Ube cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.63µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B12
0.04µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
74mg · 2% DV
Sodium
33mg · 1% DV
Ube cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ube cream
To burn the 98 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (35 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 Ube cream?
Ube cream is a sweet, smooth spread made with ube, the purple yam widely used in Filipino cooking. The yam is cooked and mashed, then sweetened and prepared into a creamy filling or topping; its vivid colour is natural to ube.
Mildly earthy with a flavour often compared to vanilla, it appears in Filipino cakes and pastries, and is also spread on toast or added to desserts such as halo-halo. Elsewhere, try it on pancakes, waffles or plain toast, or swirl a little into yoghurt. It is mainly a sweet treat rather than a protein-rich spread, with 38.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, so a small spoonful can add plenty of flavour.
How Nutritious Is Ube cream?
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 Ube cream 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 Ube cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ube cream Good For?
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
Ube cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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