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Karpatka cake Calories
Traditional Polish cream-filled layered pastry cake
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Karpatka cake (120 g) has 343 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 19.3 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 10.8 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Karpatka cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
343
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
35.8g
· 13% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
19.3g
· 25% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 7% · Fat 51%
Karpatka cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 343 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.3 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 9.72 g | 49% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 198 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.8 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 Karpatka cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 229 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 160 g | 458 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 515 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Karpatka cake
What is Karpatka cake?
Karpatka cake is a Polish cream cake made with two baked choux pastry layers and a thick vanilla pastry cream filling. Its uneven, puffed top is meant to resemble the Carpathian Mountains, and it is commonly finished with powdered sugar.
How do you make Karpatka cake?
Karpatka cake is made by baking choux pastry in two layers, letting them cool, and sandwiching pastry cream between them. The top layer is left craggy rather than flattened, then the assembled cake is chilled so the filling firms up for slicing.
Why is Karpatka cake called Karpatka?
Karpatka cake takes its name from the Carpathian Mountains. The choux pastry rises into a rugged, uneven top that resembles a mountain range, which is also why the cake is traditionally finished simply with a dusting of powdered sugar.
What does Karpatka cake taste like?
Karpatka cake tastes creamy and mildly sweet, with vanilla pastry cream between light, eggy choux pastry layers. The pastry is softer than crisp puff pastry, while the bumpy top gives each slice a distinctive look and a little contrast in texture.
Is Karpatka cake the same as mille-feuille?
No. Mille-feuille is built from crisp, thin layers of puff pastry, while Karpatka cake uses puffed choux pastry layers with pastry cream between them. Both are layered desserts, but their pastry and texture are quite different.
How should you store Karpatka cake?
Store Karpatka cake covered in the refrigerator because its pastry cream is perishable. It is best eaten within a few days; keep it chilled between servings and avoid leaving slices out at room temperature for extended periods.
Can you freeze Karpatka cake?
You can freeze Karpatka cake, but the pastry cream may become less smooth and the choux layers can soften after thawing. For the best texture, freeze it well covered and thaw it slowly in the refrigerator before serving.
Why does Karpatka cake have a bumpy top?
The top of Karpatka cake is supposed to be bumpy: choux pastry expands unevenly as steam puffs it up in the oven. That craggy surface is the cake’s signature, not a sign that the pastry has gone wrong.
What should you serve with Karpatka cake?
Serve Karpatka cake with coffee or tea, which balances its rich pastry cream without competing with the vanilla flavor. It is usually satisfying on its own, so a simple drink is a more traditional pairing than another elaborate dessert.
Can you make Karpatka cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble Karpatka cake ahead and chill it so the cream sets and the slices hold together. Add the powdered sugar shortly before serving; moisture in the refrigerator can make it disappear into the pastry.
Karpatka cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
153.6µg · 17% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
103mg · 15% DV
Sodium
198mg · 9% DV
Calcium
70mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Karpatka cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Karpatka cake
To burn the 343 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 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 Karpatka cake?
Karpatka cake is a Polish dessert made with two layers of airy choux pastry enclosing a thick vanilla custard cream. Its uneven, puffed top is meant to evoke the peaks of the Carpathian Mountains, which give the cake its name.
The contrast is part of its appeal: the pastry is light and eggy, while the chilled filling is smooth and creamy. In Poland it is commonly cut into squares and served with coffee or tea, often as a homemade treat for guests or a celebration; it also pairs naturally with an afternoon cup of tea elsewhere. It is a rich dessert rather than an everyday snack, with 286 calories per 100 g.
How Nutritious Is Karpatka cake?
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 Karpatka 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 Karpatka cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Karpatka cake 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
Karpatka cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
9.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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