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Piano cake Calories
Chocolate layered cream cake dessert, high in sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Piano cake (120 g) has 432 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 132 mg of Phosphorus covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Piano cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
432
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
59.8g
· 22% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
19.4g
· 25% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 6% · Fat 39%
Piano cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 432 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.8 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 Piano cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 432 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 324 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 540 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 160 g | 576 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 180 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 792 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Piano cake
What is Piano cake?
Piano cake is a layered chocolate cake dessert commonly associated with Turkish home baking. It typically has a cocoa sponge, a moistening layer of milk, and a creamy topping finished with cocoa, though recipes vary.
How do you make Piano cake at home?
Bake a cocoa sponge for Piano cake, let it cool slightly, and drizzle milk over it to soften the crumb. Spread a cream layer on the cooled cake, dust with cocoa, then chill it before slicing.
Why is Piano cake called Piano cake?
Piano cake is named for the contrasting light cream and dark cocoa on its surface, which can resemble piano keys. Some versions add stripes or decorative marks to make the piano-like appearance clearer.
Is Piano cake the same as Turkish crying cake?
No, Piano cake is usually finished with a cream layer and cocoa, while Turkish crying cake is often topped with chocolate sauce over whipped cream. Home recipes can overlap, but the topping is the usual distinction.
What kind of cream goes on Piano cake?
Piano cake is often topped with whipped cream or a cooked milk pudding, depending on the recipe. Whichever you use, let the sponge cool first so the topping stays thick and forms a distinct layer.
Does Piano cake need to be soaked with milk?
Milk is commonly drizzled over Piano cake to make its cocoa sponge moist and tender. Add it gradually after baking rather than pouring it all in one place, so the cake absorbs it evenly without becoming soggy.
How long does Piano cake last in the fridge?
Piano cake keeps for about 2–3 days in the refrigerator when covered. Its cream topping makes refrigeration important; keep it chilled between servings and use a clean knife to cut each slice.
Can you freeze Piano cake?
Yes, Piano cake can be frozen, although its cream may become watery or change texture after thawing. Wrap individual slices airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and add a fresh dusting of cocoa before serving.
Why does Piano cake turn soggy?
Piano cake can turn soggy if too much milk is added, the sponge is underbaked, or the cream goes on while the cake is hot. Moisten it gradually and cool the sponge before adding the topping.
Can you make Piano cake without whipped cream?
Yes, Piano cake can be made with a cooked milk pudding instead of whipped cream. Let the pudding cool until thick before spreading it over the sponge, then finish with cocoa for the familiar contrast.
Piano cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
144µg · 16% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
Piano cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Piano cake
To burn the 432 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 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 Piano cake?
Piano cake is a chocolate dessert made with soft cocoa sponge and a creamy layer, often finished with a dusting of cocoa. Recipes vary, but its layered look and tender cake-and-cream texture are what give it its familiar character. It is commonly made at home or bought from a bakery as a sliceable celebration-style cake.
Serve it chilled, when the layers hold their shape, with coffee or tea; it also works as a dessert after a meal. It is rich in sugar and carbohydrates, with relatively little fibre, so a modest slice can be satisfying. For a lighter serving, keep the cream layer thin and pair the cake with fresh fruit rather than adding extra toppings.
How Nutritious Is Piano 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 Piano 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 Piano cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Piano 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
Piano cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 57:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (57:1).
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