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Mini Popça Calories
Small, yeasted, oven-baked pastry; typically contains egg, milk, and butter.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (mini) of Mini Popça (35 g) has 115 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.3 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Mini Popça Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 35 g
115
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
16.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 10% · Fat 34%
Mini Popça nutrition facts table · 1 piece (mini) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.82 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 Mini Popça?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 70 g | 231 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 3 piece (mini) | 105 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 495 kcal |
| 5 piece (mini) | 175 g | 578 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 660 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mini Popça
What is Mini Popça?
Mini Popça is a small, yeasted pastry baked in the oven. Its dough typically contains egg, milk and butter, and it may be made plain or with a filling.
How do you make Mini Popça?
Mini Popça is made by mixing and kneading a yeasted dough, letting it rise, shaping it into small pieces and baking them. The dough typically includes egg, milk and butter; allow enough time for it to rise before baking.
Can you freeze Mini Popça?
Yes, Mini Popça freezes well once fully cooled. Pack the pieces in an airtight freezer-safe container or bag, then thaw and warm them before serving to bring back a softer texture.
What can you serve with Mini Popça?
Mini Popça pairs well with tea, coffee, or a simple breakfast spread. Serve plain pieces with butter or jam, or pair savoury filled versions with salad, soup, or other light sides.
How should you store Mini Popça so it stays soft?
Store Mini Popça in an airtight container after it has cooled completely. Leaving it exposed to air dries the pastry; warming it briefly before serving can help soften pieces that have lost some freshness.
What fillings can go in Mini Popça?
Mini Popça can be made plain or filled with options such as cheese, olives, or potato. Keep the filling modest so the dough can seal properly and the pastry is less likely to split during baking.
How do you reheat Mini Popça without drying it out?
Warm Mini Popça briefly in a low oven for a soft texture without overbrowning it. Check it as it heats, since leaving small pastries in the oven too long can make them dry; a microwave works in short bursts.
Is Mini Popça served for breakfast or as a snack?
Mini Popça works for either breakfast or a snack. Its small size makes it easy to serve alongside fruit, cheese, or a hot drink, and filled versions can be more substantial than plain ones.
Why didn’t my Mini Popça dough rise?
Mini Popça dough may fail to rise if the yeast is inactive, the liquid was too hot, or the dough was not given enough time. Use fresh yeast, keep liquids lukewarm, and let the dough rest until visibly puffy.
Can you prepare Mini Popça dough ahead of time?
Yes, Mini Popça dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated after kneading to slow its rise. Cover it well so it does not dry out, then let it warm and continue rising before shaping and baking.
Mini Popça Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B3
0.74mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.12µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.87µg · 5% DV
Sodium
119mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
Mini Popça Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mini Popça
To burn the 115 calories in 1 piece (mini) (35 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 Mini Popça?
Mini Popça is a small, yeasted pastry baked in the oven. Its dough typically includes egg, milk and butter, giving it a soft crumb and a richer taste. It belongs to the family of poğaça-style pastries found in Turkish bakeries and home kitchens; shapes and fillings can vary, so the exact version depends on the product.
Tender inside with a lightly browned crust, Mini Popça works as a quick breakfast bite, a snack with tea or part of a light spread. Its small size makes it easy to serve alongside cheese, olives or fresh vegetables. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fat and protein as well. For a lighter plate, pair it with vegetables rather than adding another rich pastry.
How Nutritious Is Mini Popça?
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 Mini Popça 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 Mini Popça Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mini Popça 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
Mini Popça Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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