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Rich layered choux pastry cake with chocolate cream filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Chocolate Karpatka (120 g) has 402 calories. That works out to 335 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.2 g of carbs, 6.7 g of protein, 25.4 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 198 µg of Vitamin A covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
402
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
38.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
6.7g
· 13% DV
Fat
25.4g
· 33% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 7% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.4 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 14.52 g | 73% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% |
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 slice (medium) | 120 g | 402 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 50 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 268 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 503 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 160 g | 536 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 603 kcal |
Calculated from 335 calories per 100 g.
Chocolate Karpatka is a Polish layered cake made with two irregular, puffed choux pastry sheets and a chocolate cream filling. Its craggy top is meant to resemble the peaks of the Carpathian Mountains.
Chocolate Karpatka takes its name from the Carpathians because the ridged, uneven pastry top resembles a mountain range. The chocolate version adapts the Polish cake by using chocolate-flavoured cream between the choux layers.
Usually, no. Chocolate Karpatka relies on steam trapped in choux pastry to puff the layers, rather than baking powder. Adding a raising agent is generally unnecessary and can change the cake’s characteristic hollow, irregular texture.
Spread the choux pastry unevenly across the pan instead of smoothing it flat. As it expands in the oven, the ridges and peaks become the distinctive craggy top of Chocolate Karpatka.
Yes, dark chocolate works well in Chocolate Karpatka and gives the filling a more pronounced cocoa flavour. Melt it into the cooked pastry cream, then cool the filling before assembling the cake so it stays in place.
Chilling lets the chocolate cream firm up between the pastry layers, so Chocolate Karpatka cuts into neater slices instead of sliding apart. Use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts for cleaner edges.
Yes. Making Chocolate Karpatka ahead gives the filling time to set and the layers time to settle together. Keep the assembled cake covered in the refrigerator, then slice it shortly before serving.
Coffee or unsweetened tea balances the rich chocolate cream in Chocolate Karpatka. Fresh berries also make a bright accompaniment, while extra frosting or a heavy dessert sauce can make the serving overly rich.
Some softening is normal as the cream sits against the choux pastry, but Chocolate Karpatka is less likely to turn soggy if the pastry and filling are fully cooled before assembly. Keep it covered and refrigerated.
Yes, if Chocolate Karpatka is thoroughly chilled before you move it. Carry it flat in a snug, covered container and keep it cool; warm conditions can soften the cream and make the layers shift.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
198µg · 22% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
186mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chocolate Karpatka is a Polish layer cake made from baked choux pastry, with chocolate cream sandwiched between its uneven, puffed layers. The pastry is light and airy, while the filling is smooth and rich, giving each slice a contrast of textures.
In Poland, it is served as a dessert with coffee or tea, often for family gatherings and celebrations. It also works well as an afternoon treat elsewhere; serve a modest slice alongside fresh berries or fruit to balance its sweetness. At 335 calories per 100 g, it is an indulgent choice rather than an everyday snack, and its cream filling makes it satisfying in a small portion.
Low
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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 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.
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
14.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.