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A small oblong cake with rounded corners, dark cocoa-brown crumb and a smooth, glossy dark-chocolate coating, shown whole beside a cut piece revealing its fine, darker interior.

Bitter Popkek Calories

Chocolate cake, rich dark chocolate coating, sweet snack

CALORIES

420kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM

120mg

FIBER

2.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Bitter Popkek (45 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Iron covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

What is Bitter Popkek?

Bitter Popkek is a packaged Turkish snack cake: a soft chocolate-flavoured sponge with a rich dark chocolate coating. It is made for eating straight from the wrapper, as a quick sweet bite at home, school or work, rather than as a plated dessert.

The centre is tender and cake-like, while the coating brings a firmer, more intense chocolate finish. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little protein or fibre, so it works best as an occasional treat rather than a filling snack. Enjoy one piece with tea or coffee, or pair it with fruit if you want a more balanced snack.

Bitter Popkek Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

420

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

55g

· 20% DV

Protein

4.5g

· 9% DV

Fat

20g

· 26% DV

Fiber

2.5g

· 9% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 4% · Fat 43%

Bitter Popkek Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.12mg · 9% DV

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

B3

1.1mg · 7% DV

Biotin

2µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Sodium

270mg · 12% DV

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

70mg · 10% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

How Nutritious Is Bitter Popkek?

Nutrient density

Low

12/ 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

19/ 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.

Bitter Popkek Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

36
High

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

How to Burn Off Bitter Popkek

To burn the 420 calories in 100 g:

🚶

104min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

43min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

57min

Cycling

🏊

49min

Swimming

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

Is Bitter Popkek Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Bitter Popkek Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Bitter Popkek Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not 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

Bitter Popkek Fat Profile

SATURATED

8.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 110:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (110:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bitter Popkek

What is Bitter Popkek?

Bitter Popkek is a packaged chocolate cake snack with a rich dark chocolate coating. It is ready to eat straight from the wrapper, rather than a plain chocolate bar or a freshly baked cake.

Does Bitter Popkek contain dark chocolate or just chocolate-flavoured coating?

Bitter Popkek is described as having a rich dark chocolate coating. The exact chocolate ingredients and cocoa content are not specified here, so the package ingredient list is the place to confirm the product’s precise formulation.

How does Bitter Popkek compare with regular Popkek?

Bitter Popkek is distinguished by its dark chocolate coating, which gives it a more cocoa-forward taste than a standard, sweeter-tasting cake snack. The recipes may differ too, so the coating is the clearest point of comparison.

Can you freeze Bitter Popkek?

Yes, you can freeze Bitter Popkek in an airtight wrapping, although freezing may change the cake’s texture or the coating’s appearance. Let it thaw at room temperature before eating, and avoid refreezing it after thawing.

How should Bitter Popkek be stored after opening?

Keep opened Bitter Popkek in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This helps limit drying and protects the chocolate coating from heat; there is no reliable fixed shelf life for an opened piece.

Can you warm Bitter Popkek in the microwave?

You can warm Bitter Popkek briefly, but the chocolate coating may melt and the cake can become unevenly hot. Remove it from any wrapper first, use a microwave-safe plate, and check the temperature before eating.

Is Bitter Popkek a good snack before a workout?

Bitter Popkek can provide quick energy from its carbohydrates, but it is not a particularly protein-rich choice for recovery. For a more substantial pre-workout snack, pair it with a food that supplies protein, or choose another option.

Does Bitter Popkek contain caffeine?

Bitter Popkek may contain small amounts of caffeine because it has a dark chocolate coating, but the exact amount is not provided. It should not be treated as a significant caffeine source like coffee or energy drinks.

Can Bitter Popkek fit into a balanced diet?

Yes, Bitter Popkek can fit as an occasional sweet snack, rather than taking the place of a regular meal. Its packaged cake-and-coating format makes it easy to eat quickly, so portioning it out can help keep it an occasional treat.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.