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A compact, roughly triangular bread roll with a smooth, glossy deep-brown crust, crisp-looking layered edges, and a few pale seeds scattered over the top.

Laugeneck Calories

German lye-dipped triangle roll, crispy crust

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

90mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Laugeneck (80 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.2 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Laugeneck Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g

228

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

43.2g

· 16% DV

Protein

6.8g

· 14% DV

Fat

2.8g

· 4% DV

Fiber

2.2g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 12% · Fat 11%

Laugeneck nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories228 kcal
Total fat2.8 g4%
Saturated fat0.56 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium560 mg24%
Total carbohydrate43.2 g16%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein6.8 g14%

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 Laugeneck?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g228 kcal
1 slice (thin)30 g86 kcal
½ piece (half)40 g114 kcal
1 slice (thick)50 g143 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g171 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g342 kcal
2 piece (double)160 g456 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Laugeneck

What is a Laugeneck?

A Laugeneck is a German triangular yeast roll with a shiny, browned crust created by dipping the shaped dough in food-grade alkali before baking. Its name refers to its corner-like, triangular form, and it is often eaten plain or filled.

How is a Laugeneck different from a pretzel?

Both are commonly made from dough treated with an alkaline solution before baking, but their shapes differ. A pretzel has a knotted form, while a Laugeneck is a triangular roll that can be sliced and used for a sandwich.

How is a Laugeneck made?

A Laugeneck is made by shaping yeast dough into a triangle, briefly dipping it in food-grade alkaline solution, and baking it. The dip gives the crust its distinctive deep-brown color and flavor; at home, use only food-grade ingredients and follow their instructions.

Why does a Laugeneck have a dark, crisp crust?

The dark, crisp crust comes from treating the Laugeneck dough with an alkaline solution before it goes into the oven. The surface browns differently from ordinary bread dough, producing the roll’s characteristic glossy finish and savory flavor.

How do you eat a Laugeneck?

A Laugeneck can be eaten plain, split and buttered, or filled like a sandwich. In Germany, lye rolls are commonly paired with butter, cheese, or cold cuts; serving it fresh helps preserve the contrast between its crust and soft interior.

Can you make a Laugeneck at home?

Yes, you can make a Laugeneck at home with yeast dough shaped into a triangle and dipped in food-grade alkali before baking. Baking soda is easier to handle as an alternative, but it will not produce exactly the same traditional crust.

Can you freeze a Laugeneck?

Yes, a Laugeneck freezes well once completely cool. Wrap it airtight to protect it from freezer odors and moisture, then thaw and warm it briefly in the oven to help restore some crust crispness.

How should you store a Laugeneck?

Keep a Laugeneck at room temperature in a bread box or paper bag and eat it while fresh, ideally the day it is baked. Sealed plastic can trap moisture and soften the crust; freeze it if you need to keep it longer.

What can you put in a Laugeneck sandwich?

A Laugeneck works well with butter, cheese, or sandwich fillings such as sliced meat and vegetables. Cut it horizontally without crushing the crust, then add moist fillings shortly before eating so the interior does not become soggy.

Is the lye used on a Laugeneck safe to eat?

Yes, when a Laugeneck is made with food-grade alkali and baked properly, the treatment creates its familiar crust rather than leaving a coating of household cleaner. Never substitute cleaning lye; it is caustic and is not intended for food.

Laugeneck Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.14mg · 12% DV

B3

1.36mg · 9% DV

B2

0.07mg · 5% DV

Folate

20µg · 5% DV

Minerals

Sodium

560mg · 24% DV

Manganese

0.24mg · 10% DV

Selenium

5.6µg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

52mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

72mg · 2% DV

Laugeneck Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

32
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Laugeneck

To burn the 228 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

56min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

23min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

31min

Cycling

🏊

27min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Laugeneck?

Laugeneck is a German bakery roll made from yeasted dough shaped into a triangle and dipped in an alkaline solution before baking. This gives its crust a deep brown colour and a distinctive savoury, slightly salty flavour, while the inside stays soft. It is related to other lye-baked German breads, but its triangular shape makes it easy to split and fill.

In Germany, it is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack, plain or with a filling. Elsewhere, it works well with cheese, sliced vegetables or a simple spread, and can stand in for sandwich bread. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with comparatively little fat; a 100 g portion provides 54 g of carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, fill it with vegetables and choose a modest amount of spread.

How Nutritious Is Laugeneck?

Nutrient density

Low

20/ 100

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

38/ 100

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 Laugeneck 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 Laugeneck Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Laugeneck 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

Laugeneck Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.56g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.88g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.8g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.