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Malt Wheat Calories
Malt wheat is sprouted and dried wheat used in brewing and some food products.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Malt Wheat (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 81.6 g of carbs, 13.8 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 10.2 g of fiber. Its 3.2 mg of Manganese covers 141% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Malt Wheat Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
81.6g
· 30% DV
Protein
13.8g
· 28% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
10.2g
· 36% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 14% · Fat 5%
Malt Wheat nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 81.6 g | 30% |
| Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% |
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% |
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 Malt Wheat?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 20 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 680 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malt Wheat
What is malt wheat?
Malt wheat is wheat that has been allowed to sprout and then dried. The process activates enzymes in the grain, which is why malt wheat is used in brewing and in some baked goods and other food products.
What is malt wheat used for?
Malt wheat is used mainly in brewing, where its enzymes help convert grain starches into sugars during mashing. Malted wheat flour can also add flavor and color to bread, while whole malted kernels are used in brewing recipes.
How is malt wheat made?
Malt wheat is made by soaking wheat kernels, letting them germinate under controlled conditions, and drying them to stop sprouting. For brewing, the dried kernels are usually crushed before they are mixed with water during mashing.
What is the difference between malt wheat and malted barley?
Malt wheat is sprouted, dried wheat, while malted barley is sprouted, dried barley. Both can be used in brewing, but they contribute different flavors and brewing characteristics, so swapping one for the other may change the result.
Is malt wheat the same as sprouted wheat?
No. Malt wheat is sprouted wheat that has been dried to stop germination. Fresh sprouted wheat is still moist and actively growing, whereas malt wheat is a shelf-stable ingredient prepared for brewing or malted foods.
Can malt wheat be used in bread?
Yes, malt wheat flour can be added to some bread recipes for a malty flavor and darker color. Whole kernels intended for brewing are not a direct flour substitute; use malt flour or a recipe that specifically calls for malted wheat.
Can malt wheat replace regular wheat flour?
No, malt wheat flour is generally used as an addition rather than a one-for-one replacement for regular wheat flour. Replacing the main flour can change the dough’s structure and rise, so follow a recipe formulated for malt flour.
Can you eat malt wheat without cooking it?
Malt wheat sold for brewing is generally intended for mashing or cooking, not for eating straight from the package. Malt flour is also usually used in baked recipes; follow the preparation directions for the specific product.
How do you use malt wheat at home?
For home baking, add malted wheat flour to a bread recipe that calls for it, following the recipe’s amount. Whole malt wheat sold for brewing needs a different preparation, so it should not be treated like ready-to-use flour.
How should you store malt wheat?
Keep malt wheat in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Ground malt can lose its aroma sooner than whole kernels, so close the package promptly after use.
Malt Wheat Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.54mg · 45% DV
B3
5.04mg · 32% DV
B6
0.42mg · 25% DV
B5
1.08mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Manganese
3.24mg · 141% DV
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
384mg · 55% DV
Copper
0.46mg · 51% DV
Potassium ⭐
444mg · 13% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Malt Wheat Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Malt Wheat
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 Malt Wheat?
Malt Wheat is wheat that has been sprouted and dried. It is used in brewing and in some breads, baked goods and other grain products. In home cooking it is less often served as a grain on its own; you’re more likely to find it milled into flour or included as an ingredient in a recipe.
Its flavour is gently sweet and cereal-like. Malted wheat flour can lend dough a deeper colour and aroma, while whole kernels suit recipes that call for chewy grains. Try a little in homemade bread or crackers, or mix it into a breakfast grain blend. It provides fibre, but its distinctive flavour can be quite noticeable, so start with a modest amount and pair it with whole-grain flours.
How Nutritious Is Malt Wheat?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Malt Wheat 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 Malt Wheat Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Malt Wheat 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
Malt Wheat Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.