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Pyramid cake Calories
No-bake biscuit and cocoa dessert, typically made with butter or margarine
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Pyramid cake (90 g) has 387 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 52.4 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 18.1 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pyramid cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
387
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
52.4g
· 19% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
18.1g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 5% · Fat 42%
Pyramid cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.1 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 8.19 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
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 Pyramid cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 85 g | 366 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 559 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pyramid cake
How do you make Pyramid cake?
Pyramid cake is usually made by mixing broken plain biscuits with a cocoa mixture containing milk, sugar, and melted butter or margarine. Shape the mixture into a triangular log, wrap it tightly, and chill until firm before slicing.
What biscuits are used in Pyramid cake?
Pyramid cake is commonly made with plain tea biscuits or digestive biscuits, depending on the recipe. Break them into small pieces rather than crumbs so the finished slices have a distinct biscuit mosaic and hold their shape.
Why is my Pyramid cake too soft to slice?
Pyramid cake is usually too soft to slice because it has not chilled long enough or the biscuit mixture contains too much liquid. Refrigerate it until firm; if it is still loose, mix in more broken biscuits before reshaping.
How long should Pyramid cake chill before serving?
Pyramid cake should chill for several hours before serving so the butter or margarine firms up and the triangular shape holds. Chilling it overnight makes cleaner slices, especially when the mixture was shaped into a thick log.
Can you freeze Pyramid cake?
Yes, Pyramid cake freezes well when wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn. Thaw it in the refrigerator before slicing or serving; gradual thawing helps the biscuit layers keep their texture.
Is Pyramid cake the same as chocolate biscuit cake?
Pyramid cake is a shaped version of chocolate biscuit cake: both typically combine broken biscuits with a cocoa-and-butter mixture, but Pyramid cake is formed into a triangular log. Recipes and names vary, so the ingredients may not be identical.
How do you stop Pyramid cake from crumbling?
To stop Pyramid cake from crumbling, make sure the cocoa mixture coats all the biscuit pieces and press the mixture firmly into a triangular shape. If it feels dry before shaping, add a little milk rather than crushing the biscuits into fine crumbs.
How do you cut Pyramid cake neatly?
Cut Pyramid cake only after it has chilled until firm, using a sharp knife. Warm the blade briefly and wipe it clean between cuts; this helps the triangular slices keep their edges instead of dragging through the biscuits.
What can you put on top of Pyramid cake?
Pyramid cake can be topped with melted chocolate, cocoa, or desiccated coconut. Add a chocolate coating after the cake has chilled so it sets on the surface instead of mixing into the soft biscuit mixture.
How long does Pyramid cake keep in the refrigerator?
Pyramid cake keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. The butter-based mixture softens if left at room temperature for too long, so return uneaten slices to the refrigerator after serving.
Pyramid cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
108µg · 12% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.41mg · 18% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
Pyramid cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pyramid cake
To burn the 387 calories in 1 slice (medium) (90 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 Pyramid cake?
Pyramid cake is a no-bake Turkish dessert made by mixing broken biscuits with cocoa, milk and usually butter or margarine, then shaping the mixture into a triangular log and chilling it until firm. Some versions have a banana running through the centre, revealed when the cake is sliced.
The biscuits give it a dense, slightly crumbly texture, while cocoa makes it rich and chocolatey. In Turkey, it is commonly served cold in slices with tea or coffee, and it works just as well as an easy make-ahead treat elsewhere. It is relatively high in carbohydrates and fat, so a modest slice is satisfying; you can make it lighter by using less butter and cutting thinner portions.
How Nutritious Is Pyramid 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 Pyramid 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 Pyramid cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pyramid 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
Pyramid cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.79g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.