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Gingerbread Calories
Spiced sweet baked good made with ginger and syrup
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Gingerbread (35 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 352 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Gingerbread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 35 g
123
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% 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 86% · Protein 6% · Fat 8%
Gingerbread nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.28 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 Gingerbread?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 35 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 211 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 70 g | 246 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 352 kcal |
Calculated from 352 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gingerbread
What is Dutch-style Gingerbread (ontbijtkoek)?
Dutch-style Gingerbread, or ontbijtkoek, is a soft, sliceable spiced loaf sweetened with syrup. Despite the name, it is usually eaten at breakfast or with coffee and tea, rather than served as a crisp gingerbread biscuit.
How is Dutch-style Gingerbread different from gingerbread cookies?
Dutch-style Gingerbread is baked as a moist loaf and cut into slices, while gingerbread cookies are usually shaped individually and baked until firmer. Their spice blends can overlap, but the texture and traditional serving style are different.
How do you eat Dutch-style Gingerbread?
Slice Dutch-style Gingerbread and eat it plain or spread it with butter, a familiar Dutch way to serve ontbijtkoek. It also works as a snack with coffee or tea; thin slices are less likely to crumble.
What spices are used in Dutch-style Gingerbread?
Dutch-style Gingerbread commonly uses a warm spice blend that may include ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, or cardamom. The proportions vary by recipe, so some loaves taste more strongly of ginger than others.
Why is Dutch-style Gingerbread sticky or moist inside?
Dutch-style Gingerbread gets its moist, sometimes slightly sticky crumb from its syrup-sweetened batter and close-textured loaf shape. Let it cool completely before slicing; cutting it while warm can make the center seem gummy and cause pieces to break.
How do you make Dutch-style Gingerbread at home?
To make Dutch-style Gingerbread, mix flour with syrup, spices, and a raising agent, then bake the batter in a loaf tin. Avoid overmixing, and allow the loaf to cool fully so it sets and slices cleanly.
Can you toast Dutch-style Gingerbread?
Yes, you can toast Dutch-style Gingerbread, though its sweet, moist crumb may brown quickly. Use a low setting and watch it closely; a thin slice spread with butter is a simple way to serve it warm.
How should you store Dutch-style Gingerbread?
Keep Dutch-style Gingerbread wrapped or in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Seal the cut end to slow drying, and discard the loaf if you see mould or notice an unusual smell.
Can you freeze Dutch-style Gingerbread?
Yes, Dutch-style Gingerbread freezes well when wrapped airtight. Freeze it sliced with pieces separated so you can thaw only what you need; after thawing, the crumb may feel slightly moister than it did fresh.
Is Dutch-style Gingerbread the same as German Lebkuchen?
No. Dutch-style Gingerbread, or ontbijtkoek, is typically a soft loaf meant to be sliced, while Lebkuchen often refers to individually formed German spiced cakes or biscuits. Both use warm spices, but recipes and textures differ.
Gingerbread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.52µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.21mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Iron
0.81mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Gingerbread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gingerbread
To burn the 123 calories in 1 slice (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Gingerbread?
Gingerbread here refers to Dutch ontbijtkoek, a spiced breakfast loaf traditionally made with rye flour and sweet syrup. Cinnamon, cloves and other warm spices give it its characteristic aroma; the crumb is moist and tender, with a gently sticky sweetness.
In the Netherlands, it is commonly sliced for breakfast or a snack, often with butter, and served with coffee or tea. Elsewhere, it works much the same way as a sweet loaf alongside a hot drink. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich baked good and relatively low in fat. A thinner slice with plain yogurt makes a more balanced snack, while butter adds richness.
How Nutritious Is Gingerbread?
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 Gingerbread 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 Gingerbread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Gingerbread 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
Gingerbread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).
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