Pastel de Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake) Recipe

Pastel de Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake) has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 48.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 9.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pastel de Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake) has been given a composite ranking of 12, and sparingly.