Keikitos de Vainilla
Keikitos de Vainilla are small, moist vanilla muffins, a beloved treat from Peru. They are typically made with a simple batter of flour, sugar, eggs, butter or oil, milk, and a generous amount of vanilla, often topped with a sprinkle of sugar or a simple glaze.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These muffins are high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a quick source of energy. A single serving offers a decent amount of calcium from dairy and some B vitamins, with a calorie count typically ranging from 200-250 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 85 mg |
| Phosphorus | 75 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.08 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 55 mcg RAE |
Per 1 muffin (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
In Peru, 'keikitos' are a staple of afternoon 'merienda' (snack time), often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. Their simple, comforting flavor profile makes them a nostalgic homemade classic, distinct from more elaborate cupcakes.
