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10 Spoon Dessert Calories

Syrup-soaked homemade cake dessert

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CALORIES · 100 G

329kcal

GI

67high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

105mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of 10 Spoon Dessert (90 g) has 296 calories. That works out to 329 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.1 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 11.2 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

10 Spoon Dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

296

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

46.1g

· 17% DV

Protein

4.6g

· 9% DV

Fat

10.6g

· 14% DV

Fiber

1g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 6% · Fat 32%

10 Spoon Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories296 kcal
Total fat10.6 g14%
Saturated fat2.79 g14%
Trans fat0.07 g
Sodium153 mg7%
Total carbohydrate46.1 g17%
Fiber1 g4%
Protein4.6 g9%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium 10 Spoon Dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g296 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g148 kcal
1 slice (thin)60 g197 kcal
1 piece (medium)70 g230 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g296 kcal
100 g100 g329 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g329 kcal
1 slice (thick)100 g329 kcal
1 piece (extra large)120 g395 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g494 kcal

Calculated from 329 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About 10 Spoon Dessert

What is 10 Spoon Dessert?

10 Spoon Dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked cake whose name refers to the spoon measures used in many versions of the recipe. It is baked, soaked with syrup, and often finished with a creamy topping; recipes differ in their exact ingredients.

How do you make 10 Spoon Dessert?

You make 10 Spoon Dessert by mixing a spoon-measured cake batter, baking it, then soaking it with syrup. Follow one recipe’s measurements rather than combining versions, and pour the syrup evenly over the cake so it can absorb throughout.

Should the syrup be hot or cold for 10 Spoon Dessert?

For 10 Spoon Dessert, the usual approach is to pour cooled syrup over the cake while it is still hot. This temperature contrast helps the cake take up the syrup; add it evenly so the edges do not stay dry.

Why is my 10 Spoon Dessert soggy?

10 Spoon Dessert can turn soggy if it is underbaked or given more syrup than the cake can absorb. Bake until the center is set, and use the syrup amount from the recipe rather than pouring in extra before the first addition has soaked in.

Does 10 Spoon Dessert contain semolina?

Some 10 Spoon Dessert recipes include semolina, while others rely on flour alone. Semolina gives the cake a slightly grainier, firmer texture, so check the specific recipe instead of assuming it is a standard ingredient.

What is traditionally served on top of 10 Spoon Dessert?

Whipped cream or whipped topping is commonly spread over cooled 10 Spoon Dessert. Coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or cinnamon can be added for texture, but wait until the cake has absorbed its syrup and cooled before adding a dairy topping.

How long does 10 Spoon Dessert last in the fridge?

10 Spoon Dessert keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If it has a cream topping, keep it chilled; the cake may become softer as it continues to absorb syrup during storage.

Can you freeze 10 Spoon Dessert?

Yes, 10 Spoon Dessert can be frozen, preferably without its whipped topping. Wrap it well or use an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and add the topping afterward; avoid freezing it again once thawed.

Can people with diabetes eat 10 Spoon Dessert?

10 Spoon Dessert contains added sugar in both the cake and syrup, so it can raise blood glucose. Anyone managing diabetes should account for the portion within their eating plan and ask their clinician or dietitian if they need individual guidance.

Where did 10 Spoon Dessert originate?

10 Spoon Dessert is associated with Turkish home baking, where spoon-based measurements make the cake easy to prepare without weighing ingredients. The name describes a recipe style rather than one fixed, officially standardized formula, so ingredients and toppings vary between households.

10 Spoon Dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

4.68µg · 16% DV

B2

0.15mg · 12% DV

B12

0.25µg · 10% DV

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Selenium

11µg · 20% DV

Phosphorus

91mg · 13% DV

Copper

0.09mg · 10% DV

Manganese

0.22mg · 10% DV

Sodium

153mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

95mg · 3% DV

10 Spoon Dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

67
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

30.6
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off 10 Spoon Dessert

To burn the 296 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

73min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

30min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

40min

Cycling

🏊

35min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is 10 Spoon Dessert?

The 10 Spoon Dessert is a Turkish home-style cake made with ingredients measured by the spoonful, then baked and soaked with sweet syrup or sauce. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, but the soft cake absorbing the topping is what gives it its characteristic moist texture.

It is commonly served chilled or at room temperature with tea, offered to guests or enjoyed after a meal. Sweet and tender, it is an energy-dense cake dessert, with 329 calories per 100 g. A modest slice is satisfying; pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit if you want a less-heavy dessert plate.

How Nutritious Is 10 Spoon Dessert?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

20/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is 10 Spoon Dessert Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does 10 Spoon Dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is 10 Spoon Dessert Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

10 Spoon Dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.79g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.81g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.6g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 24.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (24.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.