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Black rice cake Calories
Light, crisp whole-grain snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Black rice cake (9 g) has 35 calories. That works out to 387 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.3 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 82 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Black rice cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 9 g
35
KCAL / 9G
Carbs
7.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 8% · Fat 8%
Black rice cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (9 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 Black rice cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 9 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 7 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 12 g | 46 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 27 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 27 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 36 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 90 g | 348 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 387 kcal |
Calculated from 387 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black rice cake
Are black rice cakes healthy?
Black rice cakes can be a convenient whole-grain snack, but they are not especially filling on their own. Pair one with a protein-rich topping such as hummus, yogurt, or nut butter to make it more satisfying.
What do you put on a black rice cake?
Black rice cakes work with both sweet and savory toppings. Try avocado and egg, hummus and sliced vegetables, or nut butter and fruit; add moist toppings just before eating so the cake stays crisp.
How are black rice cakes made?
Black rice cakes are processed foods, commonly made by heating and pressurizing rice so the grains puff. Recipes vary, and some products combine black rice with other ingredients, so the name alone does not guarantee they contain only black rice.
Are black rice cakes good for weight loss?
Black rice cakes do not cause weight loss by themselves. Their airy texture can make it easy to eat several without feeling full, so adding a substantial topping can help make a snack more satisfying.
Do black rice cakes raise blood sugar?
Yes, black rice cakes can raise blood sugar, and puffed rice products may be digested quickly. If you have diabetes, consider your portion and toppings alongside your own glucose response, and ask your healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Are black rice cakes actually made from black rice?
Not always entirely. Some black rice cakes use black rice as the main grain, while others blend it with different rice or ingredients; check the ingredient list to see what gives a particular product its color and texture.
How should you store black rice cakes?
Keep black rice cakes in a tightly sealed package or airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air and moisture makes them lose their crunch, so reseal the pack promptly after opening.
What is the difference between black rice cakes and regular rice cakes?
Black rice cakes are made with black rice or a blend containing it, while regular rice cakes are commonly made with white or brown rice. Their flavor, color, and ingredients vary by product, so compare ingredient lists rather than judging by appearance alone.
Can you make black rice cakes at home?
You can try, but matching the airy crunch of commercial black rice cakes is difficult without the high heat and pressure used to puff rice. Cooking black rice in a pan or oven will not usually produce the same texture.
What do black rice cakes taste like?
Black rice cakes usually have a mild, toasted grain flavor and a crisp, airy texture. The taste can be more noticeable than in plain white-rice cakes, but added grains, seasonings, or other ingredients can change it.
Black rice cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
0.19mg · 1% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
0.7µg · 1% DV
Sodium
26mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
16mg · 0% DV
Black rice cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Black rice cake
To burn the 35 calories in 1 piece (medium) (9 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 Black rice cake?
Black rice cake is a thin, crisp snack made by puffing or pressing black rice into a light round cake. Its dark colour and mild, toasted flavour make it easy to eat plain or use as a base for toppings.
It works well for a quick breakfast or snack: try it with cheese, avocado, hummus or nut butter, or crumble it over yoghurt for some crunch. Across many English-speaking kitchens, rice cakes are valued for their convenience, though toppings make a big difference to how filling they are. Black rice cake is mainly carbohydrate, with little fat; it provides 3.6 g of fibre per 100 g. For a more substantial bite, add a protein-rich topping and eat it soon after topping so it stays crisp.
How Nutritious Is Black rice cake?
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
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 Black rice cake 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 Black rice cake Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Black rice cake Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Black rice cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.