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Strawberry topping
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 254 kcal —
- Protein 0.2 g 0%
- Carbohydrate 66 g 24%
- Fat 0.1 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0.7 g 3%
- Sugars 27 g —
- Sodium 21 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 13.7 mg 15%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.1 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.7 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.01 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.16 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.05 mg 1%
- Vitamin B6 0.01 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 6 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 9.8 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 6 mg 0%
- Iron 0.28 mg 2%
- Magnesium 4 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 5 mg 0%
- Potassium 51 mg 1%
- Zinc 0.06 mg 1%
- Copper 0.03 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.17 mg 7%
- Selenium 0.8 µg 1%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 254 | 0.2 g | 66 g | 0.1 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 42 g | 107 | 0.1 g | 28 g | 0 g |
| 1 × serving | 40 g | 102 | 0.1 g | 26 g | 0 g |
| 1 × cup | 340 g | 864 | 0.7 g | 223 g | 0.3 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 84 g | 213 | 0.2 g | 55 g | 0.1 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 21 g | 53 | 0 g | 14 g | 0 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 126 g | 320 | 0.3 g | 83 g | 0.1 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 168 g | 427 | 0.3 g | 110 g | 0.2 g |
Similar foods
- Pineapple topping253 kcal / 100 g
- Marshmallow topping322 kcal / 100 g
- Marshmallow cream topping322 kcal / 100 g
- Chocolate cake topping348 kcal / 100 g
- Strawberry marmalade241 kcal / 100 g
- Strawberry sauceof raw fruit106 kcal / 100 g
- Nuts in syrup topping448 kcal / 100 g
- Toppingall flavours, intense sweetened27 kcal / 100 g
- Fruit pudding sauce189 kcal / 100 g
- Butterscotch or caramel toppingsweets, spread216 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Strawberry topping
What can you put strawberry topping on?
Spoon it over ice cream, cheesecake, pancakes or waffles; it also layers neatly with yoghurt and crushed biscuits in a quick dessert glass. For a less sweet pairing, try a little with plain Greek yoghurt.
Can you warm strawberry topping for pancakes or ice cream?
Yes. Warm it gently in a small pan over a low heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring, or microwave it in short bursts and stir between them. Don’t let it boil, especially if you want to keep it thick.
How do you make strawberry topping from fresh strawberries?
Hull and chop 250 g strawberries, then simmer them with 1–2 tablespoons of sugar and a squeeze of lemon for about 8–10 minutes, stirring and mashing as they soften. For a thicker topping, stir in a little cornflour mixed with cold water and simmer for another minute.
How should you store homemade strawberry topping?
Cool it, then keep it in a clean, sealed container in the fridge and use it within 3–4 days. Freeze extra portions in a suitable container, leaving room for expansion, and thaw them in the fridge.
What can you use instead of strawberry topping?
Strawberry sauce is usually a thinner, pourable alternative; strawberry jam works when you want a thicker, sweeter spread, though you may need to loosen it with a little warm water. Fresh sliced strawberries are another option if you want pieces of fruit rather than a smooth topping.
Is strawberry topping the same as strawberry jam?
No. Topping is made to spoon over desserts and is often smoother or looser, while jam is cooked to a thicker, spreadable set. Strawberry jam has 248 kcal per 100 g, compared with 254 kcal in strawberry topping.
How much strawberry topping is a usual serving?
A typical serving is about 40 g, roughly two tablespoons. That portion provides 102 kcal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168758 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
