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Cake made with buckwheat and apple; often denser than standard wheat cake.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Apple buckwheat cake (80 g) has 230 calories. That works out to 287 calories per 100 g. It contains 35 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
230
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
35g
· 13% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 8% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.84 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 273 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 110 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 431 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 631 kcal |
Calculated from 287 calories per 100 g.
Apple buckwheat cake is typically made with buckwheat flour, apples, eggs, a fat such as butter or oil, and a raising agent. Recipes vary in their sweetener and whether they include dairy, so the exact ingredient list depends on the version.
Yes, buckwheat flour can be used in apple buckwheat cake, but it does not behave like wheat flour and usually gives a denser, more delicate crumb. A recipe developed for buckwheat flour is more reliable than swapping it cup for cup in any cake recipe.
To keep apple buckwheat cake moist, measure the flour carefully and avoid baking it longer than needed. The apples add moisture, but buckwheat flour can make the crumb feel dry if the cake is overbaked; check for doneness near the end of baking.
Yes, applesauce can replace some of the fresh apple in apple buckwheat cake, but it adds moisture and makes the texture more uniform. Use an unsweetened sauce if you want to control sweetness, and avoid replacing all the apples unless the recipe is designed for it.
Peeling the apples for apple buckwheat cake is optional. Peeled apples give the cake a softer, more even texture, while leaving the skins on adds texture and saves preparation time; wash the apples well if you keep the skins.
Yes, apple buckwheat cake can be made without eggs, but the result may be more fragile because buckwheat flour does not form a stretchy structure. Use a tested egg-free cake recipe with a suitable binder rather than simply omitting the eggs.
Apple buckwheat cake has a fruity sweetness from the apples and a deeper, earthy flavor from buckwheat flour. Its taste is usually less neutral than a standard wheat cake, and cinnamon or similar warm spices pair well with it.
Apple buckwheat cake keeps best in a sealed container in the refrigerator because its fruit adds moisture. Let the cake cool before covering it, and bring a slice briefly toward room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Yes, apple buckwheat cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after it has cooled. Freeze individual slices for easier serving, then thaw them in the refrigerator or at room temperature; avoid refreezing a slice once thawed.
Apple buckwheat cake can provide fruit and buckwheat, but it is still a cake and may contain added sugar and fat. Its overall nutritional value depends on the recipe and portion, so it is best viewed as a sweet baked dish rather than a health food.
Vitamins
Biotin
3.2µg · 11% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B5
0.34mg · 7% DV
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.52mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.44µg · 10% DV
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
141mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Apple buckwheat cake is baked with buckwheat flour and apple. It is not tied to one particular regional tradition; rather, it brings buckwheat’s distinctive, earthy flavour to a familiar fruit cake. The apple adds moisture and gentle sweetness, while buckwheat can make the crumb denser than that of a standard wheat cake. Serve a slice with tea or coffee as an everyday treat, or offer it for dessert. In Turkey, it also fits naturally on a tea table or as a sweet breakfast option. Buckwheat and apple contribute some fibre, but this is still an energy-rich baked sweet. For a lighter pairing, try plain yogurt, and adjust any added sugar to the sweetness of the apples.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.