Sweet jackfruit dessert (Thai)
Sweet Jackfruit Dessert, known as 'Kaeng Khanoon' or more commonly served as a simple sweetened dish, is a traditional Thai treat featuring ripe jackfruit bulbs simmered in coconut milk and sugar. It highlights the fruit's natural sweetness and creamy texture, often enjoyed as a comforting snack or dessert. The dish is a staple in Thai home cooking and street food stalls, especially during jackfruit season.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars and starches, with minimal protein and fat. It provides a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, with a typical serving containing around 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dessert showcases Thailand's use of tropical fruits in sweet dishes, often served warm or at room temperature. Nutritionally, jackfruit is unique for its high fiber content and antioxidant properties, making this a more nutrient-dense sweet option compared to many processed desserts.
