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Dulce de leche cuca Calories
Traditional sweet yeast cake-bread with dulce de leche filling and crumb topping
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Dulce de leche cuca (90 g) has 344 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 49.9 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 10.8 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Dulce de leche cuca Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
344
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
49.9g
· 18% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
13.7g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
Dulce de leche cuca nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 344 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.7 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.39 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 223 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
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 Slice of Dulce de leche cuca?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 55 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 70 g | 267 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 497 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 535 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 611 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dulce de leche cuca
What is dulce de leche cuca?
Dulce de leche cuca is a Brazilian yeast cake-bread filled with dulce de leche and finished with a crumb topping. It combines a soft, bread-like base with a sweet filling and a crumbly, lightly crisp top.
Where does dulce de leche cuca come from?
Dulce de leche cuca is associated with southern Brazil, where cuca became part of the food culture shaped by German immigration. This version pairs the traditional yeast-based cake with dulce de leche, a popular milk caramel in Latin America.
How is dulce de leche cuca traditionally served?
Dulce de leche cuca is usually cut into slices and served with coffee or tea. It works as an afternoon snack, breakfast treat, or dessert; the soft dough and sweet filling make a small slice satisfying alongside a hot drink.
What is the difference between dulce de leche cuca and streusel cake?
Dulce de leche cuca is made with a yeast-raised, bread-like dough, while many streusel cakes use a softer batter leavened with baking powder. Cuca also commonly has a substantial filling, with crumbs scattered over the top.
Why is dulce de leche cuca dough allowed to rise?
Dulce de leche cuca dough rises because yeast produces gas that makes its crumb lighter and more bread-like. Let it expand in a warm, draft-free place before baking; rushing this step can leave the base dense.
How do you keep the dulce de leche filling from sinking in cuca?
Use thick dulce de leche and avoid spreading it in a heavy layer right through the center of the dough. A thick, well-supported filling is less likely to sink or leak as the cuca bakes and the dough rises around it.
Can dulce de leche cuca be made with homemade dulce de leche?
Yes, homemade dulce de leche works in dulce de leche cuca if it is cooked until thick and spreadable. A runny filling can soak into the dough or escape during baking, so cool it before assembling the cake.
Should dulce de leche cuca be eaten warm or cold?
Dulce de leche cuca can be eaten warm or at room temperature. Let it cool briefly after baking so the filling settles and the crumb topping sets; reheating a slice gently can make the filling softer again.
How should leftover dulce de leche cuca be stored?
Keep leftover dulce de leche cuca covered at room temperature for a few days, away from heat and direct sunlight. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate it because the filling contains dairy, then bring a slice toward room temperature before eating.
Can you freeze dulce de leche cuca?
Yes, dulce de leche cuca freezes well. Once completely cool, wrap individual slices airtight and freeze them; thaw at room temperature when needed. The crumb topping may soften slightly after thawing, but the cake remains enjoyable.
Dulce de leche cuca Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
106.2µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
97mg · 14% DV
Sodium
223mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
131mg · 4% DV
Dulce de leche cuca Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dulce de leche cuca
To burn the 344 calories in 1 slice (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 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 Dulce de leche cuca?
Dulce de leche cuca is a sweet version of cuca, a yeast-raised cake-bread associated with southern Brazil and shaped by German baking traditions. Its soft dough is layered or filled with dulce de leche, then finished with a buttery, crumbly topping often called farofa.
The contrast between the tender cake, creamy milk caramel and crisp crumbs makes it a popular bakery treat or something to share at home with coffee. For English-speaking readers, it works well as an afternoon slice or dessert rather than an everyday breakfast bread. It is chiefly a sweet, carbohydrate-rich bake, with 55.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Serve a modest slice with unsweetened coffee or tea to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Dulce de leche cuca?
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 Dulce de leche cuca 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 Dulce de leche cuca Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dulce de leche cuca 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
Dulce de leche cuca Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.39g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.41g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.5:1).
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