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Energy-dense sweet cake with cream; provides some minerals from poppy seeds.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Cream poppy seed cake (90 g) has 353 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 20.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 106.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
353
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
20.2g
· 26% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 6% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 353 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.2 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 8.46 g | 42% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 235 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 353 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 706 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 784 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Cream poppy seed cake is a sweet cake made with poppy seeds and finished with cream. Depending on the recipe, the cream may be layered between pieces of cake or spread on top.
To make cream poppy seed cake, mix poppy seeds into the cake batter, bake it, and let it cool fully before adding the cream. Recipes differ in the type of cream and whether the cake is assembled in layers.
Poppy seeds for cream poppy seed cake can be used whole or ground. Whole seeds add a noticeable crunch, while ground seeds give a stronger flavor and can make the cake batter denser.
Cream poppy seed cake is often dry because it was overbaked or its batter was overmixed. Check the cake before the end of the baking time, and add the cream only after the cake has cooled completely.
Cream poppy seed cake can sink if its center is underbaked, the leavening was measured incorrectly, or the oven door was opened too early. Check the center for doneness before taking the cake out.
Whipped cream or pastry cream can both be used in cream poppy seed cake. Whipped cream gives a lighter finish, while pastry cream makes a richer filling; either should be added only after the cake has cooled.
Store cream poppy seed cake in a covered container in the refrigerator because it contains cream. For the best texture and flavor, eat it within a few days, and let a slice sit briefly at room temperature before serving.
Yes, cream poppy seed cake can be frozen, but the cream may change texture after thawing. For a better result, freeze the cake layers without cream and thaw them in the refrigerator; do not refreeze thawed cake.
Yes, eating cream poppy seed cake can occasionally affect a drug test because poppy seeds may contain trace opiate compounds. If you have a test coming up, avoiding poppy-seed foods in the days beforehand is the safer choice.
Yes, cream poppy seed cake should be refrigerated overnight if it contains a dairy-based filling or topping. Cover it to prevent it from drying out or absorbing other refrigerator odors, and keep it chilled until serving.
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
106.2µg · 12% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.65µg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
115mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cream poppy seed cake is a soft cake made with poppy seeds in the batter and a cream filling or topping. Recipes vary, and it is best understood as a home-style cake rather than a dish tied to one specific region. The seeds add a gentle crunch, while the cream gives each slice a rich, tender texture.
In Turkey, it is commonly served in slices with tea, offered to guests or brought out for celebrations. Elsewhere, it works well as an afternoon cake or a dessert after a meal. It is energy-dense, with poppy seeds contributing a little fibre and some minerals. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
8.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.29g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 39.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (39.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.