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A rectangular chocolate sponge cake sits in a clear glass baking dish, topped with a smooth white cream layer and a glossy dark chocolate coating, with neat portions cut into squares.

Borcam cake Calories

Homemade, soft cake baked in a glass baking dish, often soaked with milk syrup and topped with cream.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

270kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

75mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Borcam cake (90 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Borcam cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

243

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

34.2g

· 12% DV

Protein

3.8g

· 8% DV

Fat

9.9g

· 13% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 6% · Fat 37%

Borcam cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories243 kcal
Total fat9.9 g13%
Saturated fat4.23 g21%
Trans fat0.09 g
Sodium108 mg5%
Total carbohydrate34.2 g12%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein3.8 g8%

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 Borcam cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g243 kcal
1 slice (thin)50 g135 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g162 kcal
1 slice (thick)80 g216 kcal
100 g100 g270 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g270 kcal
1 piece (large)130 g351 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g405 kcal

Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Borcam cake

What is Borcam cake?

Borcam cake is a soft cake baked in a glass baking dish, usually soaked with milk and finished with a creamy topping. The name refers to the dish it is made in, and recipes vary in their cake, soaking liquid and topping.

How do you make Borcam cake?

Borcam cake is made by baking a simple cake in a glass dish, pouring milk over it, then adding a cream topping once the cake has cooled. Let the cake absorb the milk before spreading the topping so the layers stay distinct.

Why is milk poured over Borcam cake?

Milk is poured over Borcam cake to make the baked sponge moist and tender. Add it gradually after baking so the cake can absorb it without becoming soggy, and allow the cake to cool before adding the cream layer.

How do you keep Borcam cake from getting soggy?

To keep Borcam cake from getting soggy, add the milk gradually rather than pouring in too much at once. Let the cake absorb the liquid and cool before topping it; an underbaked sponge can also turn mushy.

Can you make Borcam cake ahead of time?

Yes, Borcam cake can be made ahead and chilled before serving. The resting time lets the milk soak into the sponge and the topping set; cover the dish and keep it refrigerated until you are ready to serve.

How long does Borcam cake last in the fridge?

Borcam cake keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Its milk-soaked sponge and cream topping are perishable, so return leftovers to the fridge promptly instead of leaving them out.

Can you freeze Borcam cake?

Yes, Borcam cake can be frozen, but its cream topping and milk-soaked texture may change after thawing. For a better result, freeze the baked cake before adding the milk and topping, then finish it after thawing.

Can you make Borcam cake without a glass baking dish?

Yes, you can make Borcam cake in another oven-safe baking dish of a similar size. A metal dish may bake the sponge faster than glass, so start checking it early and avoid using a dish that is too shallow for the milk.

What can you put on top of Borcam cake?

Borcam cake is commonly topped with whipped cream or a cooked milk pudding. Cocoa, grated chocolate or fruit can be added over the cream, but wait until the cake has cooled so the topping does not melt.

How is Borcam cake different from tres leches cake?

Borcam cake is typically soaked with milk and topped with cream, while tres leches is traditionally soaked in a mixture of three kinds of milk. Borcam cake describes a style baked in a glass dish; recipes and toppings can vary.

Borcam cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2.25µg · 8% DV

B12

0.16µg · 7% DV

Vitamin A

58.5µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

59mg · 8% DV

Selenium

4.05µg · 7% DV

Calcium

61mg · 6% DV

Sodium

108mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

68mg · 2% DV

Borcam cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

22.5
High

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

How to Burn Off Borcam cake

To burn the 243 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

60min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

25min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

33min

Cycling

🏊

28min

Swimming

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

What is Borcam cake?

Borcam cake is a homemade Turkish-style dessert named for the glass baking dish it is made in. It is usually a soft sponge cake, soaked after baking with a milky syrup and finished with a layer of cream or whipped topping.

In Turkey, it is commonly cut into squares and served chilled with tea, at family gatherings or celebrations. The soak keeps the sponge moist, while the creamy top makes each piece feel rich. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with 38 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a lighter portion, use less syrup and topping; plain tea or fresh fruit makes a good accompaniment.

How Nutritious Is Borcam cake?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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

23/ 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 Borcam 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 Borcam 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 Borcam cake Good For?

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

Borcam cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.23g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.88g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.17g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.