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Marlenka Pistachio Calories
Traditional Czech honey cake with pistachios, cream, and sponge layers
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Marlenka Pistachio (60 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.3 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 13.2 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Marlenka Pistachio Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
246
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
27.3g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
13.2g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 6% · Fat 49%
Marlenka Pistachio nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.2 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.7 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 Slice of Marlenka Pistachio?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 slice (small) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 800 g | 3280 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Marlenka Pistachio
What is Marlenka Pistachio?
Marlenka Pistachio is a layered honey cake with soft sponge-like layers, creamy filling and pistachios. It is known for its sweet honey flavor and tender texture, rather than the airy structure of a typical frosted sponge cake.
Where does Marlenka Pistachio cake come from?
Marlenka Pistachio is a Czech-made cake inspired by an Armenian family recipe. The brand and its honey cakes became associated with the Czech Republic, while the recipe’s family inspiration is often traced to Armenian baking traditions.
What is in Marlenka Pistachio cake?
Marlenka Pistachio generally contains honey-flavored cake layers, a creamy filling and pistachios. Ingredients can vary by product, so check the package for the exact recipe if you need to avoid a particular ingredient or allergen.
What does Marlenka Pistachio taste like?
Marlenka Pistachio tastes sweet and honey-rich, with a creamy filling and a nutty pistachio note. Its layers soften as they rest together, giving the cake a moist, tender bite rather than a crisp or crumbly one.
How should you serve Marlenka Pistachio?
Serve Marlenka Pistachio in slices, often alongside coffee or tea. Use a sharp knife to cut through its soft layers neatly; if it has been chilled, letting a slice stand briefly before serving can make its flavors easier to appreciate.
How do you store Marlenka Pistachio cake?
Store Marlenka Pistachio covered in the refrigerator because its filling is creamy. Follow the package directions and use-by date for a packaged cake; keep cut slices sealed so they do not dry out or absorb other refrigerator odors.
Can you freeze Marlenka Pistachio?
Yes, Marlenka Pistachio can be frozen in portions if wrapped tightly and kept in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator and avoid refreezing; freezing and thawing may slightly change the texture of the creamy layers.
Why is Marlenka Pistachio cake so soft?
Marlenka Pistachio becomes soft because moisture and flavor pass between its cake layers and creamy filling while it rests. That tender, moist texture is characteristic of layered honey cake, so it is not meant to stay crisp like a biscuit.
Is Marlenka Pistachio the same as Medovik?
No, Marlenka Pistachio and Medovik are different cakes, although both are layered honey cakes. Their recipes, fillings and culinary associations differ: Marlenka is a Czech-made cake, while Medovik is commonly associated with Russian cuisine.
Can you make Marlenka Pistachio at home?
Yes, you can make Marlenka Pistachio at home by baking thin honey-flavored cake layers, then stacking them with cream and pistachios. Chill the assembled cake so the layers absorb moisture from the filling and develop their characteristic soft texture.
Marlenka Pistachio Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.26µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.28µg · 4% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
Marlenka Pistachio Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Marlenka Pistachio
To burn the 246 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Marlenka Pistachio?
Marlenka Pistachio is a Czech-style honey cake made with soft sponge layers, cream filling and pistachios. Its honeyed cake and nutty topping give it a sweet, rich flavour, and it is usually served cut into slices.
In the Czech Republic it is enjoyed as a dessert or with coffee; elsewhere, it also works well as a cake for sharing at gatherings. It is energy-dense, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrate and fat rather than protein or fibre. Because the cream and honey layers make it quite rich, serve a modest slice with unsweetened coffee or tea for a balanced pairing.
How Nutritious Is Marlenka Pistachio?
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 Marlenka Pistachio 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 Marlenka Pistachio Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Marlenka Pistachio Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Marlenka Pistachio Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.6:1).
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