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Einkorn flour Calories
Ancient wheat flour, high in protein, fiber, and minerals
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Einkorn flour (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 81.6 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 10.8 g of fiber. Its 3.2 mg of Manganese covers 141% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Einkorn flour Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
81.6g
· 30% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
10.8g
· 39% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 15% · Fat 7%
Einkorn flour nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.48 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 81.6 g | 30% |
| Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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 Cup of Einkorn flour?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 8 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 240 g | 816 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Einkorn flour
Can you make bread with Kavılca flour?
Yes, you can make bread with Kavılca flour, a traditional Turkish hulled wheat flour. Its dough may be less stretchy than dough made with modern bread flour, so the loaf can be denser. Blending it with bread flour can make a first attempt easier.
Can Kavılca flour replace all-purpose flour?
Yes, Kavılca flour can replace all-purpose flour, but it may change a recipe’s texture. It is easier to use as a full substitute in cookies or cakes than in bread; for bread, replace only part of the flour at first.
Is Kavılca flour the same as einkorn flour?
No. Kavılca is generally associated with hulled wheat known as emmer, while einkorn is a different ancient wheat. The names are sometimes confused, but the grains are not interchangeable in every recipe and can produce different dough textures.
Why does bread made with Kavılca flour turn out dense?
Kavılca flour may form a less elastic dough than modern bread flour, which can limit how well a loaf rises and holds its shape. Expect a closer crumb, and avoid treating it exactly like a high-gluten bread flour.
Does Kavılca flour need more water than regular flour?
Not always; the water needed for Kavılca flour varies with how finely it is milled and what else is in the recipe. Add water gradually and judge the dough by its texture rather than pouring in the full amount at once.
Can you use Kavılca flour for sourdough bread?
Yes, Kavılca flour works in sourdough bread. Its dough can be less elastic and harder to shape, so mixing it with a stronger bread flour can help you handle the loaf while still giving it Kavılca’s distinctive flavor.
What does Kavılca flour taste like?
Kavılca flour has a gently nutty, grain-like flavor that comes through in bread and pasta. Its taste is more noticeable than that of a neutral refined flour, so using only part Kavılca flour can work well in delicate cakes.
How should you store Kavılca flour?
Keep Kavılca flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. For longer storage, especially if it is whole grain, seal it well and keep it in the refrigerator or freezer to help preserve freshness.
Can you make pasta with Kavılca flour?
Yes, Kavılca flour can be used for pasta and noodles. The dough may feel less elastic than dough made with conventional wheat flour, so add liquid gradually and allow the dough to rest before rolling or shaping it.
Is Kavılca flour good for weight loss?
Kavılca flour is not a weight-loss food by itself. Its fiber can make a meal more filling, but bread, pasta, and other foods made with it still contribute to your overall intake; portion size and what you eat with them matter.
Einkorn flour Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.54mg · 45% DV
B3
5.4mg · 34% DV
B5
1.2mg · 24% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Manganese
3.24mg · 141% DV
Phosphorus
408mg · 58% DV
Copper
0.48mg · 53% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
492mg · 14% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Einkorn flour Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Einkorn flour
To burn the 408 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 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 Einkorn flour?
Einkorn flour is milled from einkorn, an ancient wheat variety; in Turkey, kavılca is especially associated with Kars and the northeast. It can be used for bread, flatbreads, noodles, pancakes and other home baking.
Its flavour is gently nutty and slightly sweet. Dough made with it is often less stretchy than dough from modern bread wheat, so handle it gently; blending it with another flour can make loaves easier to shape. In Turkey it appears in traditional home cooking, while English-speaking cooks often use it in pancakes, quick breads or pasta. It has a notable amount of protein and fibre, with 9 g of fibre per 100 g, and pairs well with soups, yogurt or savoury toppings.
How Nutritious Is Einkorn flour?
Nutrient density
High
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
Medium
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 Einkorn flour Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Einkorn flour Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Einkorn flour Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Einkorn flour Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.4:1).
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