Coconut Cream Pie Nutrition

Coconut Cream Pie Nutrition
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Although most pies are high in fat and calories, coconut cream pie is higher than many other varieties in both categories, because coconut is naturally high in fat. Like most pies, coconut cream pie is high in sugar, which adds to the calorie count. Calorie counts differ depending on the recipe, so check local nutrition facts when available.

Calories

One slice of coconut cream pie weighing 116 g contains 320 calories. This amount is 16 percent of the daily recommended intake of 2,000 calories.

Fat Content

One 116 g slice of coconut cream pie contains 20 g of fat. Of this fat, 12 g comes from saturated fat, an unhealthy type of fat. The amount of saturated fat is 75 percent of the American Heart Association's daily recommended limit of 16 g.

Carbohydrate Content

Coconut cream pie is high in carbohydrates, particularly sugar. One 116 g slice of coconut cream pie contains 31 g of carbohydrates, with 20 g of sugar. Each slice contains just 1 g of fiber.

Protein Content

Coconut cream pie, like most desserts, is low in protein. Each 116 g slice of this pie contains just 4 g of protein. MedlinePlus suggests consuming 50 g to 65 g of protein each day.

Vitamin and Mineral Content

Coconut cream pie is not a particularly rich source of nutrition, but it provides a few vitamins and minerals. A slice provides 4 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin A, 10 percent of the daily recommended intake of calcium and 4 percent of the daily recommended intake of iron.

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Article reviewed by Norah Crowley Last updated on: Dec 26, 2010

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