Chinese New Year: Calorie Counter

Chinese New Year: How many calories are there in your festive snacks?

MF editorial team

04 Feb 2015

updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:21

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Pineapple Tarts
Do you usually finish one entire layer of pineapple tarts on your own? Well, you might to reconsider that. These little bits of heaven pack a ferocious punch.

Damage done: Three pieces = 241 calories.
2/5
Nian Gao
This sticky sweet rice cake is high in sugar and carbohydrates. Usually eaten in small slices so watch how many you eat.
Damage done: 1 small square = 46 calories
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Mandarin Oranges
Well this is one thing you might be able to indulge in more the the others as Mandarin oranges are rich in vitamin C and fibre, despite the calories.
Damage done: 1 orange = 51 calories
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Bak Kwa
Another New Year favourite, one square of this barbecued sweet-pork jerky nets you as many calories as a McDonald's meal. Perhaps limit yourself to half a square a day to alleviate the guilt.
Damage done: 1 standard square=370 calories
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Love Letters
This traditional Peranakan treat is known for its rich scent and flavour of coconut milk, egg and sugar. Which is why it's hard to deny them but you'll have to try.
Damage done: 2 pieces = 112 calories

With Chinese New Year just around the corner, the scent of buttery pineapple tarts and other goodies beckon but do pace yourself with our calorie guide.

With the festive season just around the corner, the scent of buttery pineapple tarts, shortbreads and other tantalising goodies will no doubt beckon invitingly.

So, you think, “What’s a few pineapple tarts?”

Actually quite a bit. These snacks can add up to a full meal. Indulging in moderation might seem like an oxymoron, but if you do, we guarantee you’ll still be able to fit into your cheongsam.

Here’s a nifty guide to help you pace yourself during the Chinese New Year feasting, so that you don’t have to spend the rest of the year working it off.

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Chinese New Year: How many calories are there in your festive snacks?

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