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Milk syrup cake Calories
Soft cake soaked with milk-based syrup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Milk syrup cake (120 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.3 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 13.4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 10.1 µg of Selenium covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Milk syrup cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
374
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
56.3g
· 20% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
13.4g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 7% · Fat 33%
Milk syrup cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.4 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.88 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
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 Milk syrup cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 686 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Milk syrup cake
What is milk syrup cake?
Milk syrup cake is a baked cake soaked with a sweet milk-based liquid after baking. The milk syrup gives it a moist, tender texture, unlike fruit-syrup cakes that are soaked with a sugar-and-water syrup.
How do you make milk syrup cake?
Milk syrup cake is made by baking a sponge or simple cake, then pouring milk syrup over it so the cake can absorb the liquid. Add the syrup gradually and chill the cake before serving for an even, moist texture.
Is milk syrup cake the same as tres leches cake?
No, milk syrup cake is not automatically the same as tres leches cake. Tres leches traditionally uses a mixture of three kinds of milk, while milk syrup cake can be made with a simpler milk-based syrup and does not have one fixed recipe.
Why is my milk syrup cake soggy?
Milk syrup cake can turn soggy if too much syrup is poured on or the cake is underbaked. Add the liquid in stages, allowing it to soak in, and check that the cake is fully baked before taking it out of the oven.
Why won't milk syrup soak into my milk syrup cake?
Milk syrup may not soak into milk syrup cake if the cake is dense, very cold, or has a firm surface. Pour the syrup over a warm cake and prick the surface lightly so the liquid can spread through the crumb.
Should milk syrup be hot or cold for milk syrup cake?
For milk syrup cake, use cool or room-temperature syrup with a warm cake. This temperature contrast helps the cake absorb the liquid without becoming overly soft; pour slowly and give it time to soak between additions.
How should you store milk syrup cake, and how long does it last?
Store milk syrup cake covered in the refrigerator because its milk syrup needs refrigeration. It is best enjoyed within a few days; let a portion sit briefly at room temperature before serving to soften the chilled crumb.
Can you freeze milk syrup cake?
Yes, milk syrup cake can be frozen, though thawing may make its texture slightly wetter. Freeze individual portions in airtight wrapping and thaw them in the refrigerator; freeze any cream or delicate topping separately if possible.
Can you make milk syrup cake with less sugar?
Yes, you can reduce the sugar in milk syrup cake’s soaking liquid. The result will taste less sweet, but changing the syrup can also affect moisture and texture, so add it gradually and stop once the cake is soaked to your liking.
Can people with diabetes eat milk syrup cake?
Milk syrup cake contains sweetened syrup and refined flour, both of which can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should consider their portion and individual meal plan; ask a doctor or dietitian for advice tailored to your glucose management.
Milk syrup cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
93.6µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
122mg · 17% DV
Calcium
115mg · 12% DV
Sodium
202mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
154mg · 5% DV
Milk syrup cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Milk syrup cake
To burn the 374 calories in 1 piece (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 Milk syrup cake?
Milk syrup cake is a soft baked cake soaked in a sweet, milk-based syrup. It is best understood as a Turkish-style home dessert rather than a single regional speciality; recipes vary in the cake and syrup proportions. The soak gives the crumb a moist, tender texture and a milky sweetness.
Serve it chilled or at room temperature, cut into pieces for afternoon tea or as a dessert after a meal. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with some fat and relatively little fibre, so a modest slice can make a satisfying sweet finish. For a less-heavy serving, use a smaller piece and pair it with fresh fruit or unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Milk syrup cake?
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 Milk syrup cake 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 Milk syrup cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Milk syrup cake 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
Milk syrup cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.5:1).
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