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Lebkuchen Heart Calories
Traditional German spiced heart-shaped cookie, popular at fairs
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Lebkuchen Heart (70 g) has 273 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 53.9 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of Biotin covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Lebkuchen Heart Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
273
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
53.9g
· 20% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 5% · Fat 15%
Lebkuchen Heart nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.19 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 53.9 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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 Lebkuchen Heart?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lebkuchen Heart
What is a Lebkuchen Heart?
A Lebkuchen Heart is a heart-shaped German spiced cookie, often decorated with icing and a short message. It is especially associated with fairs, festivals and Christmas markets, where it is sold as both a treat and a keepsake.
Why are Lebkuchen Hearts sold at Oktoberfest?
Lebkuchen Hearts are a familiar Oktoberfest souvenir as well as a sweet. Their bright icing, romantic messages and ribbons make them easy to give as gifts or wear around the neck while walking around the festival.
Are Lebkuchen Hearts edible?
Yes, Lebkuchen Hearts are generally edible cookies, although people sometimes keep them as souvenirs instead. Remove the ribbon and check the packaging or any label before eating, since decorations may not be meant to be eaten.
What does “Lebkuchen” mean in a Lebkuchen Heart?
“Lebkuchen” is the German name for a traditional spiced baked sweet, often translated loosely as gingerbread. A Lebkuchen Heart is a heart-shaped version, usually finished with colorful icing and lettering.
What are Lebkuchen Hearts made of?
Lebkuchen Hearts are usually made with flour, honey or sugar, eggs and warming spices such as cinnamon and cloves. Recipes vary, and some include nuts, cocoa or other sweeteners, so ingredients can differ between makers.
What do the messages on Lebkuchen Hearts mean?
The icing messages on Lebkuchen Hearts are usually affectionate greetings, names or celebratory phrases. They are part of the gift-like tradition, so the wording often expresses love or friendship rather than describing the cookie.
Are Lebkuchen Hearts the same as gingerbread?
Not exactly. Both are spiced baked goods, but Lebkuchen Hearts belong to the German Lebkuchen tradition and are typically thick, heart-shaped and decorated with icing. Gingerbread covers a broader range of recipes and shapes.
How are Lebkuchen Hearts made?
Lebkuchen Hearts are made by mixing a spiced dough, cutting it into heart shapes and baking it. Once cool, each heart is decorated with icing, often with lettering; recipes and dough textures vary by baker.
How should you store a Lebkuchen Heart?
Keep a Lebkuchen Heart in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to limit moisture loss. It can keep for weeks when stored well, though the icing and any attached ribbon may change or become less attractive over time.
Why is my Lebkuchen Heart hard, and can I soften it?
A Lebkuchen Heart can become hard as it dries out in open air. To soften it, place it in a sealed container with a piece of bread for a short time, checking often and removing the bread before it becomes moldy.
Lebkuchen Heart Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
1.75µg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
Lebkuchen Heart Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lebkuchen Heart
To burn the 273 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 Lebkuchen Heart?
Lebkuchen Heart is a heart-shaped German gingerbread cookie, made with warming spices and commonly decorated with sweet icing. It is especially associated with fairs and festivals, where the large, often personalised hearts may be bought as gifts or keepsakes as well as treats.
Its texture is usually soft and slightly dense, with a pronounced sweetness and fragrant spice. In Germany it is enjoyed at fairs and seasonal celebrations; elsewhere, it makes a festive snack with tea or coffee. It is carbohydrate-rich, with comparatively little protein, so a smaller piece can be satisfying alongside a hot drink. If you prefer a less sweet serving, share one or pair a small piece with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Lebkuchen Heart?
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 Lebkuchen Heart 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 Lebkuchen Heart Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lebkuchen Heart 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
Lebkuchen Heart Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.