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A dense, rough-edged brown slab of buckwheat presscake, with a dry, compact surface flecked with lighter and darker grain fragments and a few crumbly pieces beside it.
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Buckwheat presscake Calories

Dense, fiber-rich buckwheat pressed cake

CALORIES · 100 G

343kcal

GI

54medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

460mg

FIBER · 100 G

10.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Buckwheat presscake (40 g) has 137 calories. That works out to 343 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.6 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 49% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Buckwheat presscake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g

137

KCAL / 40G

Carbs

28.6g

· 10% DV

Protein

5g

· 10% DV

Fat

1.4g

· 2% DV

Fiber

4g

· 14% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 14% · Fat 8%

Buckwheat presscake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories137 kcal
Total fat1.4 g2%
Saturated fat0.29 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.6 mg0%
Total carbohydrate28.6 g10%
Fiber4 g14%
Protein5 g10%

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 presscake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)40 g137 kcal
0.25 piece (quarter)10 g34 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g69 kcal
½ piece (half)20 g69 kcal
1 piece (large)70 g240 kcal
1 cup (shredded)75 g257 kcal
1 cup (diced)90 g309 kcal
100 g100 g343 kcal
1 serving (whole)100 g343 kcal

Calculated from 343 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buckwheat presscake

What does buckwheat presscake taste like?

Buckwheat presscake has a mild, earthy buckwheat flavor and a dry, crisp texture. Its taste is usually subtle enough to pair with sweet toppings such as fruit or savory choices such as cheese.

How do you eat buckwheat presscake?

Eat buckwheat presscake plain as a crisp snack, or top it with spreads and other ingredients. It also works crumbled over yogurt or a salad; add it just before serving if you want it to stay crisp.

Does buckwheat presscake need to be cooked?

No, buckwheat presscake is generally ready to eat straight from the package. You can warm it or add it to a dish, but cooking is not usually needed unless the product’s own instructions say otherwise.

Is buckwheat presscake made from whole buckwheat groats or flour?

The form of buckwheat used can vary by product. Buckwheat presscake is formed by pressing buckwheat into a cake, but the ingredient list is the reliable way to tell whether a particular one uses groats, flour, or other ingredients.

Can buckwheat presscake replace toast or crackers?

Yes, buckwheat presscake can stand in for toast or crackers as a base for toppings. It is usually more brittle than bread, so use modest amounts of topping and serve it soon after assembling.

Can you use buckwheat presscake as a breadcrumb substitute?

Yes, you can crush buckwheat presscake into coarse crumbs for a crunchy topping or coating. It will not behave exactly like soft breadcrumbs, so press the crumbs onto food rather than expecting them to bind a mixture.

Does buckwheat presscake get soggy in soup?

Yes, buckwheat presscake softens when it sits in soup or another liquid. Crumble it over the bowl just before eating to keep some crunch, rather than adding it while the soup is cooking.

How should you store buckwheat presscake after opening?

Keep opened buckwheat presscake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place so it stays crisp. Moisture can soften it, and the package’s storage instructions and date are the best guide for that specific product.

Can people with diabetes eat buckwheat presscake?

People with diabetes can include buckwheat presscake, but its carbohydrates can raise blood glucose. Consider the portion and what you eat with it; ask a dietitian or doctor for advice tailored to your glucose targets and treatment.

Is buckwheat presscake good for weight loss?

Buckwheat presscake does not cause weight loss by itself. Its fiber may help make a snack more filling, but toppings and portion size also affect how satisfying and energy-dense the snack is.

Buckwheat presscake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

2.8mg · 18% DV

B2

0.17mg · 13% DV

B5

0.48mg · 10% DV

Biotin

2.4µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.44mg · 49% DV

Manganese

0.52mg · 23% DV

Magnesium

92mg · 22% DV

Phosphorus

139mg · 20% DV

Potassium ⭐

184mg · 5% DV

Sodium

1.6mg · 0% DV

Buckwheat presscake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

54
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

15.2
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Buckwheat presscake

To burn the 137 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):

🚶

34min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

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 presscake?

Buckwheat presscake is a dense, dry buckwheat product, made by pressing the seeds; depending on how it is produced, it may be the meal left after oil extraction. It is not usually a sweet cake, but an ingredient to crumble, grind or mix into other foods. Buckwheat has long been used across parts of Europe and Asia, though it is botanically unrelated to wheat.

Its flavour is gently earthy and nutty, and its firm texture can seem dry on its own. Use it in bread dough, porridge, soups or cereal, or soften it with yoghurt and fruit. It is notably rich in fibre and provides substantial carbohydrate; a 40 g piece has about 4 g of fibre. Start with a modest amount and pair it with moist ingredients.

How Nutritious Is Buckwheat presscake?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 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

Medium

55/ 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 Buckwheat presscake 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 presscake Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Buckwheat presscake 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 presscake Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.29g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.41g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.41g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.