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A small rectangular slice of layered sponge cake with a pale cream filling and banana visible through the middle, coated in glossy dark chocolate and finished with a light sprinkle of chopped green pistachios.

Banana Malaga Cake Calories

Banana cake dessert with cream filling

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

185mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.7g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Banana Malaga Cake (120 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.7 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 15.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 105.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Banana Malaga Cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g

342

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

46.7g

· 17% DV

Protein

5.5g

· 11% DV

Fat

15.4g

· 20% DV

Fiber

2g

· 7% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%

Banana Malaga Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories342 kcal
Total fat15.4 g20%
Saturated fat7.32 g37%
Trans fat0.22 g
Sodium198 mg9%
Total carbohydrate46.7 g17%
Fiber2 g7%
Protein5.5 g11%

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 Slice of Banana Malaga Cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)120 g342 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g171 kcal
1 slice (thin)80 g228 kcal
1 piece (medium)95 g271 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 piece (large)140 g399 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g428 kcal
1 slice (thick)170 g485 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Banana Malaga Cake

What is Banana Malaga Cake?

Banana Malaga Cake is a banana-and-cream dessert covered with chocolate, commonly sold in Turkish patisseries. It is usually made with sponge cake, a whole banana and pastry cream, though bakeries vary the filling and decoration.

Does Banana Malaga Cake contain alcohol?

Traditional Turkish-style Banana Malaga Cake is generally made without alcohol. The name refers to Malaga, but it does not mean the cake contains Malaga wine; check a bakery’s recipe if you need to avoid alcohol entirely.

How do you make Banana Malaga Cake at home?

Make Banana Malaga Cake by wrapping sponge cake and pastry cream around a banana, then covering the outside with chocolate. Chill it until the filling firms before slicing; the exact assembly differs between recipes.

Why is it called Banana Malaga Cake?

The exact origin of the name Banana Malaga Cake is unclear. Although Malaga is a city in Spain, the Turkish patisserie dessert’s name alone does not establish that it originated there or that it uses Spanish ingredients.

What kind of cream goes in Banana Malaga Cake?

Pastry cream is the usual filling for Banana Malaga Cake. It helps hold the banana in place inside the sponge; some recipes use whipped cream or combine it with pastry cream for a lighter, airier filling.

How do you stop the banana in Banana Malaga Cake from turning brown?

Assemble Banana Malaga Cake shortly after peeling the banana and keep the finished cake covered in the refrigerator. Limiting the banana’s exposure to air slows browning; a little lemon juice can help, but may add a noticeable tang.

How long does Banana Malaga Cake last in the fridge?

Keep Banana Malaga Cake covered in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within two days. The banana and cream make it perishable, so do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period.

Can you freeze Banana Malaga Cake?

Yes, you can freeze Banana Malaga Cake, but the banana and cream may turn softer or release moisture after thawing. Wrap portions airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing once thawed.

What can you serve with Banana Malaga Cake?

Serve Banana Malaga Cake with coffee or unsweetened tea. Its chocolate coating and creamy filling are already rich, so a simple drink or fresh fruit makes a better pairing than another heavy dessert.

Can people with diabetes eat Banana Malaga Cake?

People with diabetes may be able to include Banana Malaga Cake in a planned portion, but its cake, cream and chocolate can raise blood glucose. The suitable amount depends on individual management, so ask your clinician or dietitian for personalized advice.

Banana Malaga Cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

3.84µg · 13% DV

B2

0.14mg · 11% DV

Vitamin A

93.6µg · 10% DV

B12

0.22µg · 9% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

106mg · 15% DV

Selenium

8.16µg · 15% DV

Copper

0.1mg · 11% DV

Manganese

0.22mg · 10% DV

Sodium

198mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

222mg · 7% DV

Banana Malaga Cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

26.4
High

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

How to Burn Off Banana Malaga Cake

To burn the 342 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 g):

🚶

85min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

35min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

47min

Cycling

🏊

40min

Swimming

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

What is Banana Malaga Cake?

Banana Malaga Cake is a Turkish-style pastry-shop dessert, usually made with a sponge base, banana and cream, then finished with a chocolate coating. Recipes vary, but the appeal is the contrast between soft cake, smooth filling, ripe fruit and a richer chocolate layer; the name doesn’t mean it is simply a Spanish cake.

In Turkey, it is commonly served by the slice with tea or coffee, or brought out for celebrations and after-dinner treats. With cake, cream and chocolate, it is more substantial than a light snack: it provides 285 kcal per 100 g. Serve a modest slice with unsweetened tea or black coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Banana Malaga Cake?

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

27/ 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 Banana Malaga Cake 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 Banana Malaga Cake 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 Banana Malaga Cake 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

Banana Malaga Cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.32g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.8g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 43.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (43.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.