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Korean bun Calories
Soft refined-flour bun, mildly sweet bread product
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Korean bun (70 g) has 217 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.2 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 16.8 µg of Selenium covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Korean bun Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
217
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
39.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 11% · Fat 17%
Korean bun nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 217 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.9 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 Medium Korean bun?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 217 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 35 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 60 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 295 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 140 g | 434 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Korean bun
What is a Korean bun?
A Korean bun is a soft, mildly sweet bread bun associated with Korean-style bakery baking. The name does not refer to one fixed recipe, so its shape, dough and any filling can vary between bakeries.
What does a Korean bun taste like?
A Korean bun usually tastes mildly sweet and has a soft, tender crumb rather than the pronounced sweetness of a dessert pastry. Its flavour can differ if it has a savoury or sweet filling.
What is inside a Korean bun?
A Korean bun is made from a wheat-flour dough, and recipes may enrich the dough with ingredients such as egg or dairy. There is no universal filling: some buns are plain, while others contain a bakery-specific filling.
Is a Korean bun the same as Korean milk bread?
No, a Korean bun is not necessarily the same as Korean milk bread. Milk bread describes a style known for a particularly tender, milky loaf, while Korean bun is a broader name for an individual soft bun and may cover different recipes.
How do you eat a Korean bun?
A Korean bun can be eaten as it is, warmed briefly, or served with a drink. If it has a filling, check the centre before eating after warming, since the filling may become much hotter than the bread.
Can you have a Korean bun for breakfast?
Yes, a Korean bun can be part of breakfast, especially alongside coffee or tea. Since it is a refined-flour bread with a mildly sweet taste, pair it with a protein-rich food if you want a more substantial meal.
How should you store a Korean bun to keep it soft?
Keep a Korean bun in an airtight container at room temperature to help it retain its softness. It is best eaten fresh, as the texture can dry out over the next few days; discard it if you see mould.
Can you freeze Korean buns?
Yes, Korean buns can be frozen once they have cooled. Wrap them individually or seal them in a freezer-safe bag, then thaw at room temperature and warm briefly if you want to refresh the soft texture.
How do you make Korean buns at home?
Make Korean buns at home by preparing a soft, mildly sweet wheat-flour dough, letting it rise, shaping it into buns and baking until done. Recipes vary, particularly in how much the dough is enriched and whether the buns are filled.
Does a Korean bun raise blood sugar?
Yes, a Korean bun can raise blood sugar because it is made mainly with refined flour and has a mildly sweet bread dough. The amount eaten and the rest of the meal affect the response; people managing diabetes can follow their individual meal plan.
Korean bun Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.29mg · 24% DV
B3
2.66mg · 17% DV
Folate
66.5µg · 17% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Iron
2.24mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Korean bun Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Korean bun
To burn the 217 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 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 Korean bun?
A Korean bun is a soft, mildly sweet bakery bread made mainly with refined wheat flour. The name covers a broad style rather than one fixed recipe: buns from Korean bakeries can vary in shape and preparation, but their tender crumb and gentle sweetness are characteristic.
In Korea, it may be enjoyed as a simple snack or alongside a drink; elsewhere, it also fits easily into breakfast or an afternoon tea or coffee break. It is chiefly a carbohydrate source, with relatively little fibre, so pair it with yoghurt, fruit or another more filling food if you want a more substantial snack. Its mild flavour also works well with either sweet or savoury accompaniments.
How Nutritious Is Korean bun?
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 Korean bun 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 Korean bun Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Korean bun 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
Korean bun Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 47.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (47.5:1).
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