Baked Loquats with Honey and Spices
Baked Loquats with Honey and Spices is a simple, comforting dessert where fresh loquat halves are baked until tender and caramelized, then drizzled with honey and a blend of warm spices. The dish typically features loquats, honey, cinnamon, and sometimes a touch of nutmeg or vanilla, and is a popular way to enjoy this seasonal fruit in many Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of natural carbohydrates from the fruit and honey, with minimal fat and protein. It provides a good amount of dietary fiber, vitamin A, and potassium, with a rough calorie estimate of 120-150 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 135 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Loquats are a nutrient-dense fruit, particularly rich in beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), which gives them their vibrant orange color. Baking them with honey and spices is a traditional method to enhance their natural sweetness and create a warm, aromatic dessert without added refined sugars.
