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Zefir, a popular Eastern European dessert, originates from 19th-century French culinary techniques of meringue and pastilla. Russian confectioners adapted these methods, using local fruit purees like apples and berries, along with sugar, egg whites, and a gelling agent such as agar-agar, to create a unique, airy treat. Named after the Greek god of the west wind, Zephyrus, "zefir" translates from French as “light breeze.”
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Zefir is a healthier dessert option due to its lower calorie and fat content, simpler ingredients, and digestibility. However, it should still be enjoyed in moderation because of its high sugar content.
1. Lower Calorie Content:
Zefir contains fewer calories compared to many other desserts. One serving of zefir has on average third of the calorie count of a standard cupcake, and half compared to a bar of milk chocolate. This makes zefir a lighter option for those looking to enjoy a sweet treat without consuming too many calories.
2. Reduced Sugar Load:
While high in sugar, zefir's smaller serving size means less sugar overall per serving compared to a common cakes or items with added chocolate.
3. Natural Ingredients:
Made from fruit puree, sugar, and egg whites, zefir avoids the artificial additives and high-fat ingredients found in many desserts. For example, common cakes often contain butter or oil, and chocolate includes milk solids and additional fats.
4. Low Fat Content:
Zefir generally contains no fat, unlike milk chocolate and common bakery/cakes with butter and frosting.
5. Digestibility:
Zefir’s light, airy texture makes it easier to digest compared to heavier desserts like butter-laden cupcakes.
6. Versatility in Diets:
Naturally gluten-free and suitable for vegetarians, zefir fits various dietary preferences and restrictions.
Other thoughts:
- Post-Meal Sweet Treat:
Zefir satisfies your sweet tooth without making you feel overly full, unlike rich cakes or chocolate bars.
- Healthy Snacking:
A piece of zefir offers a sweet pick-me-up with fewer calories and less fat than a candy bar.
In summary, zefir is a healthier option for many reasons, however, due to high sugar content it should be consumed in moderation.
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One piece of Zefir (30-40 grams) contains approximately 80-100 calories depending of the fruit puree used. If compared to a standard cupcake that can contain 250-400 calories, and a bar of milk chocolate has around 210-230 calories, the amount of calories is relatively low.
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Agar-agar: used to help the Zefir set and maintain its shape. It is plant- based as it is derived from red seaweed.
Egg whites
Fruit puree (all our purees are minimally processed and do not contain added sugar)
Sugar
Citric Acid (organic compound that occurs naturally in citrus fruits). This ingredient is added to balance sweetness and fruity notes.
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Please note that these Nutrition Facts were built for a box of Six Flowers. One serving is one flower.
Nutrition Facts
6 servings per container
Serving size 1 (50g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 % Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 10mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber <1g 2%
Total Sugars 30g
Includes 27g Added Sugars 54%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 10mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 0%
Potassium 10mg 0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a
serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day
is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS: SUGAR, APPLE PUREE - ALL PUREE, EGG WHITE, AGAR POWDER
CONTAINS: EGG
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Zefir and marshmallow may seem to have similarities in the way they look, however, components differ significantly. Marshmallow is made using gelatin (animal born gelling agent), corn syrup and corn starch. Zefir, on its end, is made using fruit puree, egg whites and agar (plant-based thickener).
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Zefir should be stored at room temperature and high humidity without direct sunlight. We recommend storing Zefir for 7 days. Gradually, your Zefir will dry out and may become covered with a sugar crust on the 7-8th day of storage. The Zefir will be safe to eat, but may lose its fluffiness and softness and become dry and crumbly.
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1. Delivery to Miramar/Pembroke Pines is free. Delivery to other locations is possible by courier and it is paid separately. When ordering products over $200 (for parties or events), delivery is free for less than 30 miles.
2. Pickup is available from the Miramar location and can be coordinated via call/email.
3. Delivery by USPS to other cities/states is possible, but we cannot guarantee the quality of this delivery.
For more information contact hello@zefirology.com or at 347-990-7175
Please note that it takes 2 days to produce your order (cut off time 4pm EST for orders to be ready for delivery or pick up two days after order was placed.