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A rectangular slice of pale, porous sponge cake sits on a plate, its sides visibly soaked with milk and its top covered in glossy raspberry-red sauce, with a few whole raspberries and a light layer of cream.

Raspberry Trilece Calories

Milky dessert, raspberry sauce, Balkan origin, soft cake

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

180kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.7g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Raspberry Trilece (80 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.4 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 68 mg of Phosphorus covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Raspberry Trilece Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g

144

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

22.4g

· 8% DV

Protein

3.4g

· 7% DV

Fat

4.4g

· 6% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 10% · Fat 27%

Raspberry Trilece nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories144 kcal
Total fat4.4 g6%
Saturated fat2.56 g13%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium52 mg2%
Total carbohydrate22.4 g8%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein3.4 g7%

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 Raspberry Trilece?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)80 g144 kcal
1 slice (thin)40 g72 kcal
1 slice (small)60 g108 kcal
100 g100 g180 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g180 kcal
1 slice (large)120 g216 kcal
1 piece (large)150 g270 kcal
1 slice (thick)150 g270 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g324 kcal
1 piece (extra large)200 g360 kcal

Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Raspberry Trilece

What is Raspberry Trilece?

Raspberry Trilece is a Balkan-style milk-soaked sponge cake finished with raspberry sauce, often with a layer of cream. Its airy cake absorbs the milk mixture, while the fruit topping adds a bright, tangy contrast to the creamy texture.

Is Raspberry Trilece the same as tres leches cake?

They are closely related, but Raspberry Trilece is not always made exactly like tres leches cake. Both use sponge cake soaked in a milk mixture; Trilece is associated with the Balkans, and this version is topped with raspberry sauce rather than the more familiar caramel.

Why is Raspberry Trilece soaked in milk?

The milk mixture gives Raspberry Trilece its signature moist, tender texture. The sponge is light enough to absorb the liquid without losing its shape, and chilling lets the milk distribute through the cake before the raspberry topping is served.

How do you stop Raspberry Trilece from becoming soggy?

Use a light sponge and add the milk mixture gradually rather than pouring it all in at once. Let the cake cool first, then chill it so the liquid can absorb evenly. A dense or underbaked sponge is more likely to turn mushy.

Should Raspberry Trilece be served cold?

Yes, Raspberry Trilece is best served chilled. Refrigeration helps the milk-soaked sponge set and makes clean slices easier to cut. Keep it cold until serving, especially because the topping and cream can soften if left out for too long.

Can you make Raspberry Trilece with fresh raspberries?

Yes, fresh raspberries work well as a topping or as the base for a homemade sauce. Cook the berries briefly if you want a thicker sauce, then cool it before spreading over the cream. Add whole fresh berries close to serving so they stay firm.

How long does Raspberry Trilece keep in the fridge?

Keep Raspberry Trilece covered in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within a few days. Its milk-soaked cake and cream topping are perishable, so return leftovers to the fridge promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature.

Can you make Raspberry Trilece ahead of time?

Yes, Raspberry Trilece is well suited to making ahead because chilling gives the milk time to soak into the sponge. Prepare the cake and cream in advance, then add the raspberry topping nearer to serving if you want it to look especially fresh.

Can Raspberry Trilece be frozen?

Raspberry Trilece can be frozen, but thawing may make the sponge wetter and the raspberry topping less glossy. Freeze individual portions in airtight wrapping, thaw them in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing once they have thawed.

How can you make Raspberry Trilece less sweet?

Make Raspberry Trilece less sweet by using a lightly sweetened raspberry sauce and reducing the sugar in the topping, rather than changing the milk-soaking step. The berries’ natural tartness balances the creamy cake, so a strongly sweet sauce is not necessary.

Raspberry Trilece Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

B12

0.18µg · 8% DV

Biotin

1.76µg · 6% DV

B5

0.28mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

68mg · 10% DV

Calcium

88mg · 9% DV

Iodine

6.4µg · 4% DV

Selenium

2µg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

88mg · 3% DV

Sodium

52mg · 2% DV

Raspberry Trilece Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14.4
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Raspberry Trilece

To burn the 144 calories in 1 slice (medium) (80 g):

🚶

36min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

15min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

20min

Cycling

🏊

17min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Raspberry Trilece?

Raspberry Trilece is a Balkan-style take on trilece, a sponge cake soaked in a mixture of milks and finished here with raspberry sauce and cream. The porous cake absorbs the milk, giving it a notably moist, tender texture; the berries add a bright tartness to the sweet, milky base.

It is often served by the slice as a bakery or restaurant dessert, and works well after a meal or alongside coffee or tea. Its character is mainly that of a sweet, milk-rich cake rather than a fruit-forward dessert. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and skip any extra cream.

How Nutritious Is Raspberry Trilece?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

32/ 100

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 Raspberry Trilece 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 Raspberry Trilece Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Raspberry Trilece 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

Raspberry Trilece Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.56g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.28g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.14g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.