Calorie Chart / Desserts / Crumble
How Many Calories Are in Crumble?
Calculation of the nutritional value & Recommended Dietary Intake of crumble
For g and a calorie requirement of kcal
| Calories 391 kcal | Proteins 2.8 g | Lipids 20 g | Carbohydrates 55 g |
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Health benefits of crumble
Crumble - 100g
Calories 279 kcal
Proteins 2 g
Lipids 14.3 g
Carbohydrates 39.5 g
Crumble is a moderate-to-high-calorie dessert (279 kcal per 100 g) traditionally made with fruit and a buttery streusel topping. When prepared with fruit such as apple, blueberry, or pear, it supplies useful dietary fiber that can help regulate blood sugar despite the presence of sugar calories. The fruits also provide vitamin C, potassium, and a range of protective polyphenols.
The buttery layer, although responsible for a fair share of the calories, contributes vitamin A and fat-soluble antioxidants. If whole-grain flour or oat flakes are incorporated, the crumble adds extra magnesium, iron, and B-group vitamins. Almond powder or chopped almonds in the streusel increases vitamin E and plant proteins.
Because crumble is dense in carbohydrates and lipids, its calories supply quick energy, which athletes sometimes value after endurance training. From a historical standpoint, crumble became popular in Britain during World War II when rationing limited access to pastry fat; the simpler streusel required less butter yet still delivered comforting calories. Today, its versatility—sweet or even savory—makes it an easy way to use seasonal produce while controlling portion-size calories.
Tips for incorporating crumble into a balanced diet
If you wish to enjoy crumble while keeping calories in check, reduce added sugar, swap part of the butter for light butter, or replace half the flour with oat flakes. Serve a small square (about 80 g) with a spoonful of chilled fromage blanc 0% or plain yogurt; the proteins promote satiety and limit extra calories.
Looking for balance in a full menu? After a main course such as grilled chicken breast with steamed broccoli, a warm fruit crumble can satisfy a sweet craving without pushing total meal calories excessively. Alternatively, choose a savory version using tomato and zucchini cubes under a Parmesan-oat crust—perfect for lowering sugar calories while adding vegetables.
Recipe ideas: classic apple-cinnamon crumble, mixed berry crumble with reduced-sugar streusel, or tropical mango-pineapple crumble finished with coconut. All variations let you adjust sweetness, fat, and therefore calories according to your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in crumble?
- There are 279 kcal per 100 g.
- Is crumble considered a high-calorie dessert?
- With nearly 280 kcal per 100 g, crumble is moderately high in calories compared with fruit salad but lower than richer pastries like molten chocolate cake.
- Which ingredients affect crumble calories the most?
- Butter, sugar, and refined flour drive the calorie count; increasing fruit or using oat flakes can lower calories per portion.
- Can I eat crumble during a weight-loss diet?
- Yes, if portions are controlled (about 80 g) and the rest of the day's calories are adjusted. Pairing it with protein-rich yogurt can help satiety.
- Is savory crumble lower in calories than sweet crumble?
- Generally yes, because vegetables like tomato or zucchini replace sugary fruit and reduce total calories, especially if you cut back on butter.
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