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Poppy seeds contribute fiber and unsaturated fats; nutrition varies by recipe.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fit poppy seed cake (70 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.8 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
200
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
23.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 13% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.54 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% |
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 piece (medium) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 80 g | 228 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Fit poppy seed cake is made by mixing poppy seeds into a cake batter, then baking until set. Recipes vary in their choice of flour, sweetener and moisture-rich ingredients, so follow the recipe you are using rather than assuming every “fit” version is the same.
Avoid overbaking fit poppy seed cake, since leaner cake recipes can dry out quickly. Ingredients such as yogurt, milk or mashed fruit can add moisture, but the best choice depends on the recipe; check doneness near the end of the suggested baking time.
No, you do not have to grind the poppy seeds for fit poppy seed cake. Whole seeds add a slight crunch, while grinding some of them gives the cake a more pronounced poppy-seed flavor and a denser texture.
Yes, fit poppy seed cake can be made with alternatives such as ground oats or almond flour, but the texture will change. Use a recipe developed for that flour because swapping it directly for wheat flour can make the cake crumbly or dense.
Yes, fit poppy seed cake can be made without added sugar, using mashed banana or another recipe-tested sweetener for sweetness. These swaps also change the cake’s moisture and flavor, so reducing sugar in an existing recipe may affect its texture.
Fit poppy seed cake can taste bitter if the seeds are stale or rancid. Smell and taste a small amount before baking; seeds with a sharp, bitter flavor or an unpleasant oily smell should not be used.
It is possible for foods containing poppy seeds, including fit poppy seed cake, to affect some drug tests because seeds can carry trace opiate residues. The likelihood depends on the seeds, amount eaten and test used; baking does not guarantee that residues are eliminated.
Keep fit poppy seed cake covered in the refrigerator, especially if its recipe contains yogurt, milk or fruit. For the best texture, let a slice come closer to room temperature before serving, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance.
Yes, fit poppy seed cake freezes well in individual portions. Wrap each fully cooled slice and place the portions in an airtight container; thaw in the refrigerator or warm gently before eating.
Fit poppy seed cake pairs well with plain yogurt, fresh fruit or tea. Yogurt adds a creamy contrast, while fruit brings freshness; choose an accompaniment that suits whether you are serving the cake as breakfast or dessert.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.56mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
133mg · 19% DV
Magnesium
59mg · 14% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
161mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 200 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):
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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.
Fit poppy seed cake is a home-baked cake with poppy seeds mixed through the batter. The “fit” label does not point to one fixed recipe: ingredients and sweetness vary, though the seeds give it a lightly earthy flavour and tiny crisp bites. It is a modern, lighter-style take on the familiar poppy seed cake rather than a single traditional formula.
In Turkey it may be served with tea at breakfast or as an afternoon snack; elsewhere, it works just as well with coffee or as a small dessert. Expect a tender crumb with a gentle crunch from the seeds, and usually less richness than a classic frosted cake. Poppy seeds add fibre and unsaturated fats; a 100 g portion has 4.5 g of fibre. Pair a slice with plain yogurt or fresh fruit for a simple 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 2
Minimally 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
1.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.