Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Rice cake, bibingka
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 234kcal / 2530kcal (9%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.6 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.9 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 52.9 g/ 348g (15%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 96 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 135 mg/ 700mg (19%) source |
Iron | 5.3 mg/ 12mg (44%) high |
Sodium | 139 mg/ 1500mg (9%) |
What is this food?
Bibingka (rice cake), a sweet Filipino rice-based snack made from rice batter and usually topped or filled with ingredients like coconut and sugar.
Why it matters to health
Bibingka is mainly a carb source, giving you energy for your day. It also has some sugar and sodium, and it can be higher in saturated fat and cholesterol depending on the toppings (like coconut and butter/cheese). For health, it’s best to enjoy it in a way that fits your daily balance—especially since it’s easy to overeat when it’s served warm and sweet. Pairing it with protein or a fruit snack can help keep your meals more balanced.
Healthier tips
- Keep the portion to about 1 small piece (around 100 g) as a snack, not as a full meal.
- Choose toppings wisely: go lighter on butter/cheese and use less sugar if available.
- Pair with protein (e.g., milk, yogurt, boiled egg) or fruit (banana, mango, or berries) to make the snack more filling.
- Balance your day: if you have bibingka as your afternoon snack, make your next meal more vegetable-forward and include a lean protein.
- Watch sodium: if you add salty toppings, keep the rest of your day’s snacks lighter.
Common Filipino dishes
Bibingka, puto, suman, kakanin, maja blanca
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