Sicilian Cream Cake (Cassata alla Siciliana) Recipe

Sicilian Cream Cake (Cassata alla Siciliana) has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Riboflavin.

The food contains 86.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Sicilian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Sicilian Cream Cake (Cassata alla Siciliana) has been given a composite ranking of 13, and sparingly.