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Sweet, crispy wafer; high-sugar processed snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Karan wafer (25 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.8 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
130
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% 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 48% · Protein 5% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.6 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 416 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
A Karan wafer is a sweet snack made in the layered, crisp style of wafers, typically with a filling between thin wafer sheets. The exact filling and ingredients can vary, so check the package if you need to know whether it contains cocoa, nuts, or other ingredients.
A Karan wafer absorbs moisture from the air, which takes away its crisp texture. Seal the opened pack tightly or transfer the wafers to an airtight container and keep them somewhere cool and dry.
Store Karan wafers in a tightly sealed pack or airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Avoid the refrigerator, where moisture can make the wafer layers soft.
You can freeze a Karan wafer, but it is usually unnecessary and condensation during thawing can make it lose its crunch. Keeping the pack sealed in a cool, dry cupboard is a better way to preserve its texture.
Yes. Crumble Karan wafer over ice cream or layer it into a dessert for extra crunch. Add it shortly before serving, since contact with cream or other moist ingredients quickly softens the wafer.
A Karan wafer has thin, crisp wafer sheets and a filling, while a chocolate bar is usually a more solid confection. The contrast between the wafer crunch and sweet filling is what gives the wafer its characteristic texture.
Yes, Karan wafer pairs well with coffee, especially unsweetened coffee, which balances its sweetness. It can also be crumbled over a coffee dessert, but add it just before serving so it stays crisp.
Karan wafer can be an occasional treat for children, but its high sugar content makes it a poor everyday snack. Offer a modest portion and make room for fruit and more nourishing snacks in their usual routine.
Karan wafer is high in sugar and carbohydrates, so it may raise blood glucose. Whether it fits depends on the person’s meal and medication plan; ask your clinician or dietitian about an appropriate portion.
Karan wafer is not known to directly disrupt sleep, but eating a sugary snack late can add sugar without much staying power. If you are hungry before bed, a more filling snack may suit you better.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.45mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
B5
0.09mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.53mg · 3% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
35mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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.
Karan wafer is a packaged sweet snack made from thin, crisp wafer layers with a creamy filling between them. Its light, crunchy structure makes it easy to keep on hand for a quick bite at home, at work or on the go.
It is typically eaten as a snack or alongside tea or coffee, rather than as part of a meal. The wafers break with a delicate crunch, while the filling gives each bite a distinctly sweet, smooth centre. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, so it is energy-dense without being especially filling. For a lighter snack, enjoy a small piece with unsweetened tea or coffee.
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.
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.
NOVA 4
Ultra-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
3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 120:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (120:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.