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Buckwheat Dessert Calories
Gluten-free, fiber-rich, high in minerals and vitamins, plant-based protein source
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Buckwheat Dessert (80 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Buckwheat Dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
144
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 9% · Fat 12%
Buckwheat Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 Buckwheat Dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buckwheat Dessert
What is buckwheat dessert?
Buckwheat dessert is a broad name for sweet dishes made with buckwheat flour or cooked buckwheat groats. It can be a pudding, cake, or baked treat; there is no single standard recipe shared by every cuisine.
How do you make buckwheat dessert?
You can make buckwheat dessert as a pudding by cooking buckwheat groats or flour with milk or a plant-based drink until thick, then sweetening and chilling it. For a baked version, follow a recipe with enough binding ingredients to hold the crumb together.
What does buckwheat dessert taste like?
Buckwheat dessert usually has an earthy, nutty flavor, rather than the neutral taste of desserts made with refined wheat flour. Cocoa, cinnamon, vanilla, fruit, or nuts pair well with it and can balance its distinctive aroma.
Can you make buckwheat dessert with buckwheat flour?
Yes, buckwheat flour works well in cakes, pancakes, and other baked buckwheat desserts. It does not behave like wheat flour, so a recipe made specifically for buckwheat flour will usually give a better texture than a direct swap.
Can buckwheat groats be used in buckwheat dessert?
Yes, cooked buckwheat groats can form the base of a creamy pudding or add a chewy texture to a sweet dish. Cook them until tender first; raw groats will not soften properly in a chilled dessert.
Why is my buckwheat dessert crumbly?
Buckwheat dessert can crumble because buckwheat lacks the gluten structure that helps wheat cakes hold together. Use the binder specified in the recipe, such as eggs or starch, and let baked pieces cool fully before slicing.
What can I serve with buckwheat dessert?
Buckwheat dessert pairs well with fresh berries, sliced fruit, yogurt, or a spoonful of nut butter. Choose a topping that suits the recipe: fruit brightens a rich pudding, while yogurt can balance a sweeter baked version.
How long does buckwheat dessert last in the fridge?
Keep milk-based buckwheat dessert covered in the refrigerator and eat it within about 2–3 days. Baked versions may keep differently depending on their ingredients; discard any portion with an unusual smell or appearance.
Can you freeze buckwheat dessert?
Baked buckwheat dessert pieces can generally be frozen, although thawing may change their texture. Creamy, milk-based buckwheat desserts can separate after freezing, so they are usually best made fresh and refrigerated instead.
Is buckwheat dessert suitable for people with diabetes?
Buckwheat dessert can still raise blood sugar, especially when made with added sugar, honey, or syrup. Buckwheat itself does not make a sweet dish sugar-free; people with diabetes should account for the recipe and serving in their individual meal plan.
Buckwheat Dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.32mg · 6% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Magnesium
43mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
56mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Sodium
1.6mg · 0% DV
Buckwheat Dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Buckwheat Dessert
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Buckwheat Dessert?
Buckwheat Dessert is a sweet dish made with buckwheat flour or groats and a sweetener; recipes vary, so it may be baked like a cake or cooked to a softer, spoonable texture. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a type of wheat. It has a gently earthy, nutty flavour that works well in simple home-style desserts.
There is no single standard version, and it is best understood as a flexible buckwheat-based sweet rather than one fixed traditional recipe. Serve a small piece with tea or coffee, or add fresh fruit or nuts for contrast. It provides fibre and some plant-based protein; for a lighter finish, keep the sweetener modest and choose fruit over a rich topping.
How Nutritious Is Buckwheat Dessert?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Buckwheat 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 Buckwheat Dessert Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Buckwheat Dessert Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Buckwheat Dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.