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Flourless Walnut Cupcake Calories
A sweet, flour-free cake made with walnuts and eggs.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Flourless Walnut Cupcake (75 g) has 330 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 7.9 g of protein, 24 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Copper covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Flourless Walnut Cupcake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
330
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
24.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
7.9g
· 16% DV
Fat
24g
· 31% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 9% · Fat 62%
Flourless Walnut Cupcake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% |
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 Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 330 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 528 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 660 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flourless Walnut Cupcake
How do you make a Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
A Flourless Walnut Cupcake is made by combining finely ground walnuts with eggs and sugar, then baking the batter in cupcake cups. Whipping the eggs well helps create lift, while over-processing the walnuts can release their oils and make the batter dense.
Why does a Flourless Walnut Cupcake sink after baking?
A Flourless Walnut Cupcake can sink because it relies on eggs rather than flour for structure. Opening the oven early, underbaking the center, or whipping in too much air can also cause collapse; let the cakes set before removing them from the pan.
How do you keep a Flourless Walnut Cupcake moist?
Avoid overbaking a Flourless Walnut Cupcake, since ground walnuts and eggs can turn dry or crumbly when cooked too long. Take it out when a tester has a few moist crumbs, and let the cupcake cool without leaving it exposed to air.
Can you freeze Flourless Walnut Cupcakes?
Yes, Flourless Walnut Cupcakes freeze well. Cool them completely, wrap each one separately, and store them in a sealed freezer container. Thaw while still wrapped so condensation forms on the wrapping rather than making the cupcake surface damp.
How should you store Flourless Walnut Cupcakes?
Store Flourless Walnut Cupcakes in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them refrigerated if you need to hold them for more than a short time, then let them lose their chill before serving for a softer texture.
What can you use instead of walnuts in a Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
Ground almonds can replace walnuts in a Flourless Walnut Cupcake, but the flavor and texture will change. Since different nuts vary in oiliness and grind, add them finely ground and watch the batter’s consistency rather than assuming the result will be identical.
How can you tell when a Flourless Walnut Cupcake is done?
A Flourless Walnut Cupcake is ready when a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. The top may brown before the middle sets, so check the center rather than relying on color alone.
Can you reduce the sugar in a Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
Yes, you can reduce the sugar in a Flourless Walnut Cupcake, but a large reduction may affect moisture and structure as well as sweetness. Reduce it gradually, since sugar helps the egg-and-walnut batter bake into a tender cupcake.
What makes a Flourless Walnut Cupcake different from a regular cupcake?
A Flourless Walnut Cupcake gets its structure from eggs and ground walnuts instead of wheat flour. Its crumb is usually denser and more tender, with a pronounced nutty flavor, rather than the lighter, springier texture common in flour-based cupcakes.
Can children eat a Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
Yes, children can eat a Flourless Walnut Cupcake if they can safely eat walnuts and eggs and the serving suits their age. Because it is a sweet, crumbly cake, offer an age-appropriate portion and supervise young children while they eat.
Flourless Walnut Cupcake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B6
0.26mg · 15% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.6mg · 67% DV
Manganese
1.13mg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
173mg · 25% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
263mg · 8% DV
Sodium
75mg · 3% DV
Flourless Walnut Cupcake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Flourless Walnut Cupcake
To burn the 330 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
A flourless walnut cupcake is a small, individually portioned cake made with ground walnuts and eggs instead of wheat flour. Recipes may add sugar and a raising agent, and the result is closer to a walnut-rich flourless cake baked in cupcake form than to a traditional cupcake with a flour-based crumb.
It is usually tender and moist, with a pronounced nutty flavour. Serve it as a small dessert or afternoon treat with tea or coffee; it works well at home or on a mixed dessert plate. Walnuts and eggs contribute protein, while the cake is also energy-dense: it provides 440 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, keep the piece modest and pair it with unsweetened tea, coffee or fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Flourless Walnut Cupcake?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Flourless Walnut Cupcake 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 Flourless Walnut Cupcake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Flourless Walnut Cupcake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Flourless Walnut Cupcake Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.