Food guide

Custard

Custard is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

Protein-Rich

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of custard for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 122 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Custard
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	122 kcal	122 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	4 g	4 g	3.3 g
Carbohydrate	17.6 g	17.6 g	14.4 g
Fat	4 g	4 g	3.3 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of custard, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Custard
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	52 µg	52 µg	6%
Vitamin C	0.1 mg	0.1 mg	<1%
Vitamin D	1.2 µg	1.2 µg	6%
Vitamin E	0.06 mg	0.06 mg	<1%
Vitamin K	0.2 µg	0.2 µg	<1%
Thiamin	0.061 mg	0.061 mg	5%
Riboflavin	0.22 mg	0.22 mg	17%
Niacin	0.13 mg	0.13 mg	<1%
Vitamin B6	0.064 mg	0.064 mg	4%
Folate	9 µg	9 µg	2%
Vitamin B12	0.52 µg	0.52 µg	22%
Pantothenic acid	0.7 mg	0.7 mg	14%
Choline	11.8 mg	11.8 mg	2%
Minerals
Calcium	139 mg	139 mg	11%
Iron	0.34 mg	0.34 mg	2%
Magnesium	16 mg	16 mg	4%
Phosphorus	130 mg	130 mg	10%
Potassium	207 mg	207 mg	4%
Sodium	84 mg	84 mg	4%
Zinc	0.51 mg	0.51 mg	5%
Selenium	6 µg	6 µg	11%
Copper	0.03 mg	0.03 mg	3%
Manganese	0.007 mg	0.007 mg	<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Egg custards, dry mix, prepared with whole milk

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat custard?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Custard is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.