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Cinnamon chimney cake Calories
Sweet yeast pastry coated with cinnamon sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cinnamon chimney cake (140 g) has 475 calories. That works out to 339 calories per 100 g. It contains 82.5 g of carbs, 9.5 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cinnamon chimney cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
475
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
82.5g
· 30% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 8% · Fat 23%
Cinnamon chimney cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (140 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 475 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.94 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 406 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 82.5 g | 30% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% |
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 Cinnamon chimney cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 475 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (quarter) | 35 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 70 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 305 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 339 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 644 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 814 kcal |
Calculated from 339 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cinnamon chimney cake
What is cinnamon chimney cake?
Cinnamon chimney cake is a sweet yeast pastry baked around a cylinder, leaving a hollow centre. Its outside is coated with cinnamon sugar, which caramelizes as the pastry cooks.
Where did cinnamon chimney cake originate?
Cinnamon chimney cake is associated with Transylvania and the Hungarian-speaking Székely community, and it is widely known in Hungary too. You may also see it sold at festivals and Christmas markets across Europe.
How do you eat cinnamon chimney cake?
Cinnamon chimney cake is often eaten warm by pulling off strips from the pastry. Let a freshly baked one cool briefly first, since the centre and caramelized coating can be very hot.
Why is cinnamon chimney cake hollow inside?
Cinnamon chimney cake is baked wrapped around a rotating cylinder, so the dough cooks in a tube shape. The hollow centre is part of its traditional form, not a missing filling.
Is cinnamon chimney cake the same as kürtőskalács?
Usually, yes: cinnamon chimney cake is an English name for a cinnamon-coated version of kürtőskalács. Recipes and toppings vary, but both are made by baking sweet yeast dough around a cylinder.
Can you make cinnamon chimney cake without a spit?
Yes, cinnamon chimney cake can be baked in an oven without a traditional rotating spit. Wrap the dough around a heat-safe cylinder and turn it during baking so the outside browns as evenly as possible.
Why is the outside of cinnamon chimney cake crunchy?
The outside of cinnamon chimney cake becomes crunchy because its sugar coating melts and caramelizes during baking. The pastry is best soon after baking, before moisture softens that sugary crust.
What toppings go well on cinnamon chimney cake?
Cinnamon sugar is the classic coating for cinnamon chimney cake, but vendors may add chopped nuts, cocoa, or other sweet toppings. Choose toppings that cling to the warm surface rather than covering its pastry flavour.
How should you store leftover cinnamon chimney cake?
Store leftover cinnamon chimney cake at room temperature in an airtight container once it has cooled. Its crisp coating softens over time, so it tastes best fresh rather than after extended storage.
How do you reheat cinnamon chimney cake?
Reheat cinnamon chimney cake briefly in a low oven to warm it without making the pastry soggy. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to soften the caramelized outside.
Cinnamon chimney cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.45mg · 38% DV
Folate
109.2µg · 27% DV
B3
4.06mg · 25% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Iron
3.78mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Sodium
406mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
Cinnamon chimney cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cinnamon chimney cake
To burn the 475 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cinnamon chimney cake?
Cinnamon chimney cake is made from strips of yeasted dough wrapped around a cylinder, baked until golden, then coated in cinnamon sugar. Known as kürtőskalács, it is especially associated with Transylvania and Hungary, and is often sold freshly made at markets, fairs and street stalls.
The crust is crisp and caramelised while the inside stays soft and bread-like. It is usually eaten warm, sometimes torn into pieces to share, and goes well with coffee or tea. This is a sweet pastry whose energy comes largely from carbohydrates; it contains 58.9 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a less-heavy treat, share one or pair a smaller portion with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Cinnamon chimney cake?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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 Cinnamon chimney 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 Cinnamon chimney cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cinnamon chimney 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
Cinnamon chimney cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.94g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 49.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (49.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.