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Honey Yakgwa Calories
Traditional Korean sweet, deep-fried with honey and rice flour
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Honey Yakgwa (35 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.8 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Honey Yakgwa Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
144
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
22.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 4% · Fat 31%
Honey Yakgwa nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.12 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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 Honey Yakgwa?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 431 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Honey Yakgwa
What is Honey Yakgwa?
Honey Yakgwa is a traditional Korean sweet made from shaped dough that is deep-fried and sweetened with honey or syrup. It is known for its rich, tender texture and is often served as a small confection.
What does Honey Yakgwa taste like?
Honey Yakgwa tastes sweet, rich, and mildly honeyed, with a soft, syrup-moistened interior and a fried exterior. Some versions have a gentle ginger or sesame note, depending on the recipe.
Is Honey Yakgwa deep-fried?
Yes, traditional Honey Yakgwa is deep-fried before it is soaked or coated in honey-based syrup. That frying step gives it its distinctive rich texture, so it is different from a baked honey cookie.
What is Honey Yakgwa made of?
Honey Yakgwa is typically made with flour, honey, and oil, then sweetened with honey or syrup. Recipes may also use sesame oil, ginger, or rice flour, so ingredients vary between homemade and packaged versions.
How do you serve Honey Yakgwa?
Honey Yakgwa is usually served at room temperature as a small dessert or snack. It pairs well with unsweetened tea, which balances its sweetness, and is often presented alongside other traditional Korean sweets.
Where does Honey Yakgwa come from?
Honey Yakgwa comes from Korea and belongs to its tradition of festive sweets. It has been served at ceremonies and special occasions, although modern versions are also sold as everyday snacks.
How should you store Honey Yakgwa?
Store Honey Yakgwa in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to protect its texture from moisture. For packaged yakgwa, follow the package directions; homemade pieces are best enjoyed while fresh.
Why is Honey Yakgwa shaped like a flower?
Honey Yakgwa is often pressed into a flower shape using a traditional mold, giving the sweet its recognizable appearance. The shape is customary rather than essential, so some modern or homemade versions look different.
Can you make Honey Yakgwa at home?
Yes, you can make Honey Yakgwa at home by mixing and shaping the dough, frying it, and then coating or soaking it in honey syrup. Careful control of the frying and syrup steps helps prevent an overly oily or soggy result.
How is Honey Yakgwa different from a Western honey cookie?
Honey Yakgwa is fried and typically finished with honey-based syrup, while Western honey cookies are usually baked and sweetened within the dough. Yakgwa therefore tends to have a denser, richer texture and a more pronounced syrup coating.
Honey Yakgwa Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.35µg · 1% DV
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
39mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
Honey Yakgwa Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Honey Yakgwa
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Honey Yakgwa?
Honey Yakgwa is a traditional Korean sweet made from shaped dough, typically with wheat flour and sesame oil, fried and then coated or soaked in honey or syrup. Its flower-like shape is familiar from Korean celebrations and festive tables. The outside is lightly browned, while the syrup leaves the pastry tender and pleasantly sticky.
In Korea it is served as a sweet snack or dessert, often alongside tea; elsewhere, it works well as a small treat with coffee or tea. Honey Yakgwa is rich in carbohydrates and relatively energy-dense, with 410 calories per 100 g. Its sweetness makes a modest portion satisfying, so pair one piece with unsweetened tea if you want to keep the snack lighter.
How Nutritious Is Honey Yakgwa?
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 Honey Yakgwa 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 Honey Yakgwa Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Honey Yakgwa 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
Honey Yakgwa Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 74:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (74:1).
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