Heinz, Weight Watcher, Chocolate Eclair, frozen
Whole food · Baked Products
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A frozen, pre-made chocolate éclair from the Heinz Weight Watchers line, designed for a guilt-free dessert fix. It features a soft, airy choux pastry shell, a light, creamy vanilla-flavored filling, and a smooth, dark chocolate topping. Nutritionally, it's a relatively light treat at 241 kcal per 100g, with a moderate sugar content for a confection.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 67% carbs · 26% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for delivering the classic, comforting flavor profile of a chocolate éclair—creamy, chocolatey, and soft—in a convenient, pre-portioned format that fits into a calorie-conscious lifestyle. It's a nostalgic, accessible dessert that satisfies a sweet craving without the commitment of a full bakery item.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is the high sugar content (16.8g per 100g), which can cause a rapid blood-sugar spike, especially on an empty stomach. The processed nature also means it may contain common allergens like wheat, eggs, milk, and soy. To mitigate, enjoy a single portion slowly, and consider pairing it with a source of protein or fiber (like a handful of nuts or a piece of fruit) to help blunt the glycemic response.
Key benefits
- Portion-controlled frozen dessert
- Lower in fat than traditional bakery éclairs
- Provides a quick, sweet energy source
- Convenient, no-prep frozen treat
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic éclair is said to have been named in the 19th century because it was eaten so quickly it was 'gone in a flash of lightning' (éclair in French means 'lightning').
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 47.3 g |
| Energy | 241 kcal |
| Energy | 1008 kj |
| Protein | 4.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 6.9 g |
| Ash | 1.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 40.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 48.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.70 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 300 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 75.0 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.4 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.0 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.9 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.20 g |
| Cholesterol | 47.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Gravy, HEINZ Home Style, savory beef — USDA does not publish this profile for Heinz.
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.03 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.03 g |
| Leucine | 0.06 g |
| Lysine | 0.05 g |
| Methionine | 0.01 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.04 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.02 g |
| Alanine | 0.06 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.07 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.44 g |
| Glycine | 0.10 g |
| Proline | 0.08 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.04 g |
FAQ
How does this compare to a bakery éclair?
This frozen version is significantly lower in calories and fat than a traditional bakery éclair, which is typically richer, larger, and made with heavier cream and more butter. It's a lighter, more portion-controlled alternative.
Can I eat this if I'm lactose intolerant?
It's unlikely, as the filling and pastry likely contain milk or milk derivatives. Always check the specific ingredient list for dairy sources like whey, casein, or lactose.
What's the best way to serve it?
Let it thaw in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for the best texture. The choux pastry will soften slightly, and the filling will be creamy without being icy.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.41 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 2.1 g fiber · 16.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.