Prepared and Processed / Cereals and Grains
Rice cake, bibingka, w/ cheese & coconut topping
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 223kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.8 g/ 71g (3%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 2.6 g/ 42g (6%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 47.2 g/ 348g (13%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.4 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.06%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 71 mg/ 750mg (9%) |
Phosphorus | 73 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 5.1 mg/ 12mg (42%) high |
Sodium | 313 mg/ 1500mg (20%) |
Allergen Info
Milk
What is this food?
Bibingka (rice cake) with cheese and coconut topping. It’s mainly a carb-based dessert/snack made from rice cake, often topped with coconut and cheese for a richer taste.
Why it matters to health
This food gives quick energy from its carbohydrates (about 47.2 g per 100 g), plus some sugar (about 8.3 g) and fiber (about 1 g). However, it also has fat (about 2.6 g) with higher saturated fat (about 1.73 g) and sodium (about 313 mg), which can add up if you eat it often or in large portions. The good part: when paired with a balanced meal and eaten in reasonable portions, it can fit into a daily routine of 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
- Portion first: treat bibingka as a snack or occasional dessert. Keep it to a small to medium serving, especially if you already had rice at your meal.
- Balance the plate: pair with water or unsweetened drinks, and add a fruit or yogurt on the side if you’re having it as a snack.
- Watch the toppings: cheese and coconut make it tastier, but they also increase fat and calories—choose lighter toppings when possible.
- Spread it out: if you’re having bibingka, try not to pair it with other sweet snacks the same day.
- Choose whole-food add-ons: if available, add a side of fruit (like banana or mango) instead of more sugary toppings.
Common Filipino dishes
Bibingka, puto bumbong, maja blanca, suman, kakanin with cheese
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