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Whole-grain, light, low-fat snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Quaker Rice Cake (9 g) has 35 calories. That works out to 389 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.3 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 82 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 9 g
35
KCAL / 9G
Carbs
7.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 8% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 9 g | 35 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 27 g | 105 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 36 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 36 g | 140 kcal |
| 5 piece (extra large) | 45 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 72 g | 280 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 389 kcal |
Calculated from 389 calories per 100 g.
Quaker Rice Cakes are made from puffed whole-grain rice pressed into a crisp, round cake. The plain version is simple, while flavored varieties can include additional seasonings or ingredients, so their composition may differ.
Quaker Rice Cakes can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but they are not a weight-loss food by themselves. They may not keep you full for long alone, so top one with a protein-rich food such as cottage cheese or nut butter.
Quaker Rice Cakes are a convenient, low-fat snack, but they are relatively light and may not be very filling on their own. Pair one with fruit and a protein source for a more satisfying snack.
You can top Quaker Rice Cakes with hummus, avocado, cottage cheese, nut butter, or sliced fruit. Add moist toppings shortly before eating; leaving them on too long can make the crisp cake soft.
Yes, Quaker Rice Cakes can raise blood sugar because they are primarily a rice-based carbohydrate food. Having one with protein or fat, such as cheese or nut butter, can make the snack more balanced; people with diabetes should follow their individual meal plan.
Quaker Rice Cakes can stand in for bread for some snacks, such as when topped with cheese or avocado. They are not an exact nutritional or textural substitute, so add protein and fiber-rich foods if you want a more filling meal.
Quaker Rice Cakes are usually not very filling when eaten alone because they are light and crisp. Adding a topping with protein or fat, such as hummus or nut butter, makes them more satisfying.
Quaker Rice Cakes go soft when they absorb moisture from the air or from wet toppings. Keep the opened package sealed in a cool, dry place, and add spreads or fruit just before serving.
You can freeze Quaker Rice Cakes, but freezing is usually unnecessary and condensation during thawing may affect their crisp texture. Store them sealed in a dry cupboard instead, and let any frozen cakes thaw fully before opening the package.
Quaker Rice Cakes can work as a light source of carbohydrate before a workout, especially when you want a small, easy-to-eat snack. For a longer or more demanding session, pair one with a protein-containing food or have a more substantial meal.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.35µg · 2% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
16mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 35 calories in 1 piece (medium) (9 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
Quaker Rice Cake is a packaged snack made by puffing rice into a thin, round, crisp cake. Its mild flavour and airy crunch make it easy to eat plain, but it also works well with toppings such as nut butter, sliced fruit, cheese or hummus. In many places it is a quick snack between meals or a light base for breakfast; toppings can make it more substantial.
It is mostly carbohydrate and low in fat, with the whole-grain version also providing some fibre. For a more filling option, pair it with a protein-rich topping such as yogurt or nut butter rather than relying on the rice cake alone.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.