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Quark Roll Calories
Soft, slightly tangy, protein-rich bread roll
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Quark Roll (70 g) has 175 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.4 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Quark Roll Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
175
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
29.4g
· 11% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 15% · Fat 15%
Quark Roll nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 175 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 287 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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 Quark Roll?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 175 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Quark Roll
What is a Quark Roll?
A Quark Roll is a soft bread roll made with quark, a fresh dairy cheese with a mild tang. Recipes vary: some use yeast for a springier crumb, while others use baking powder for a quicker, more cake-like roll.
How do you make a Quark Roll?
To make a Quark Roll, mix quark into a dough with flour and the other ingredients in your chosen recipe, shape it into rolls, and bake. Follow the recipe’s leavening method, since yeast and baking powder produce different textures.
Can you use cottage cheese instead of quark in a Quark Roll?
Yes, cottage cheese can replace quark in a Quark Roll, but its curds and moisture can change the dough. Blend or mash it until smooth first, then adjust the liquid gradually so the dough does not become too wet.
What does a Quark Roll taste like?
A Quark Roll tastes mild and slightly tangy, with a soft crumb. The flavor is not strongly cheesy; sweeteners, herbs, or other additions in the recipe can make the finished roll more dessert-like or savory.
Can you make a Quark Roll without yeast?
Yes, you can make a Quark Roll without yeast if the recipe uses baking powder or another non-yeast leavener. The result is usually quicker to prepare and has a different, often more compact texture than a yeast-raised roll.
Why is my Quark Roll dough so sticky?
Quark Roll dough can be sticky because quark varies in moisture and flour absorbs liquid differently. Let the dough rest briefly before adding more flour; when shaping, lightly flour your hands rather than adding enough flour to make the rolls dry.
How should you store Quark Rolls?
Store cooled Quark Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature if you will eat them soon. For longer storage, refrigerate them, then warm them briefly in the oven before serving to bring back some of their soft texture.
Can you freeze Quark Rolls?
Yes, Quark Rolls freeze well once fully cooled. Wrap them individually or separate them in a freezer-safe container, then thaw and warm them in the oven. Freezing them while still warm can create excess condensation and a soggy surface.
What can you serve with a Quark Roll?
Serve a Quark Roll with butter, jam, or honey for a sweet breakfast, or pair a savory version with cheese, soup, or salad. Its gentle tang also works well with simple toppings that do not overpower the roll.
Why did my Quark Rolls turn out dense?
Quark Rolls can turn out dense if the dough is overmixed, too heavily floured, or not given enough time to rise when the recipe uses yeast. Measure flour carefully and handle the dough gently; baking powder versions are naturally less airy.
Quark Roll Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.12mg · 7% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
287mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
Quark Roll Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Quark Roll
To burn the 175 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 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 Quark Roll?
A Quark Roll is a soft Central European bread roll made with quark, a fresh, mildly tangy dairy cheese popular in German-speaking countries. The quark gives the crumb a tender, moist texture and a gentle sourness, while the roll remains mild enough for either sweet or savoury toppings. In its home region it is commonly eaten at breakfast or as a snack, with butter, jam, cheese or cold cuts; elsewhere, it works just as well alongside soup or a packed lunch. It offers some protein, though it is still a bread-based food, so pair it with eggs or vegetables for a more filling meal.
How Nutritious Is Quark Roll?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Quark Roll 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 Quark Roll Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Quark Roll 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
Quark Roll Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.