Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta)
Quick answer
A medium portion of Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta) (30 g) contains 104 kcal, with 1.2 g of net carbohydrates and 1 g of protein.
- Carbs1.2 g4.6%
- Protein1 g3.6%
- Fat10.8 g91.7%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The rich top layer of fresh milk, gathered by traditional slow boiling and cooling; a velvety texture and a luxurious natural taste that crowns Levantine sweets and a honey breakfast.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
An energy-dense food that suits people trying to gain weight, and it can be part of children’s and athletes’ diets in measured amounts.
Best preparation methods
Free from the hydrogenated vegetable oils and starches added to factory-made imitation cream.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 345 kcal | 103.5 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 36 g | 10.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 0.9 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 45 of 46 in Dairy & cheese (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta) good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 30 g portion gives 104 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta) affect blood sugar?
Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta) contains only 4.1 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta)?
A typical 30 g portion of Fresh Clotted Cream (Qashta) provides about 104 kcal, 1 g protein, 1.2 g carbohydrate, 10.8 g fat and 0 g fibre.
What is the difference between baladi qashta and imitation cream?
Baladi qashta comes entirely from natural milk fat with no additives, whereas imitation cream is made from hydrogenated vegetable oils and industrial emulsifiers.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.