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Twice-baked crisp bread made from einkorn wheat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Einkorn rusk (24 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.9 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 24 g
94
KCAL / 24G
Carbs
17.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 12% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.17 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 24 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 48 g | 188 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 72 g | 282 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Einkorn rusk is a crisp bread made from einkorn wheat dough that is baked, sliced, and baked again. The second bake removes moisture, giving it its dry, crunchy texture and making it different from a soft loaf of einkorn bread.
Einkorn rusk is made by baking einkorn dough as a loaf, cutting it into slices, and baking the slices again until dry and crisp. Home recipes vary in their timing and ingredients, but the second bake is what gives rusk its characteristic texture.
Einkorn rusk is made primarily with einkorn flour or wheat; recipes may also use water, yeast, and salt. Ingredients vary by recipe and product, so check the ingredient list if you need to know what is in a particular brand.
The main difference is the grain: einkorn rusk is made with einkorn wheat, while regular rusk may use other wheat varieties or flours. The taste, color, and texture can also vary with the flour and recipe.
Einkorn rusk can be eaten plain, spread with butter or jam, or served with cheese, eggs, or soup. If its dry crunch is too firm, briefly dip it in tea, coffee, or milk, or add a moist topping before eating.
Einkorn rusk is crunchy because it is baked twice. Slicing and baking the loaf a second time reduces its moisture, leaving a dry, crisp texture. Exposure to humid air can soften it, so seal it after opening.
Store einkorn rusk in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping moisture out helps preserve its crispness; avoid handling it with wet hands or leaving the package open. Discard it if you notice mold or signs of spoilage.
Yes, you can make einkorn rusk at home by baking einkorn dough into a loaf, slicing it, and returning the slices to the oven to dry and crisp. The exact temperature and timing depend on the recipe and slice thickness.
Yes, crush or grind einkorn rusk to use as breadcrumbs. It can go into meatballs or coat foods before baking or frying; its toasted flavor may be more noticeable than that of fresh breadcrumbs, so season the dish accordingly.
Yes, einkorn rusk can raise blood sugar because it contains carbohydrates. If you have diabetes, account for it in your meal and portion plan; pairing it with a protein-rich food such as eggs or cheese can make the meal more balanced.
Vitamins
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Selenium
6.72µg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
59mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
130mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Einkorn rusk is a crisp, twice-baked bread made with einkorn wheat, an ancient grain grown in Turkey and especially associated with the Kastamonu region. Baking it a second time dries the slices and gives them their characteristically firm crunch.
It works as a simple breakfast or tea-time snack, eaten plain or topped with cheese, jam or sliced fruit. In Turkey, siyez-based breads and rusks are often served with tea or alongside everyday breakfast foods. Einkorn rusk is mostly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and protein; pair it with yoghurt, cheese or an egg for a more filling snack.
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.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.19g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.