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Revani cake Calories
Syrup-soaked semolina cake
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Revani cake (90 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Revani cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
288
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.9g
· 10% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 7% · Fat 28%
Revani cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.9 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 Medium Revani cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 22.5 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Revani cake
What is revani cake made of?
Revani cake is made with semolina, flour, eggs, sugar, and usually yogurt, then soaked in sugar syrup after baking. Recipes vary, but semolina gives it its characteristic tender, slightly grainy crumb.
How do you make revani cake?
To make revani cake, mix a semolina-based batter, bake it until set and golden, then pour syrup over the cake. Let it rest so the syrup can soak through before serving.
Should revani cake have hot or cold syrup?
Revani cake is commonly soaked with cold syrup while the cake is still hot. The temperature contrast helps the syrup absorb without making the cake fall apart; prepare the syrup first so it has time to cool.
When should you pour syrup over revani cake?
Pour syrup over revani cake just after it comes out of the oven, while the cake is hot. Score or cut it first so the syrup can reach the middle of each piece.
Why is my revani cake soggy?
Revani cake can turn soggy if it gets more syrup than it can absorb, or if both the cake and syrup are hot. Use the recipe’s syrup amount and pour it gradually over the hot cake.
Why didn’t my revani cake rise?
Revani cake may stay flat if the baking powder is old, the eggs and sugar were not beaten enough, or the batter sat too long before baking. Put the mixed batter into a preheated oven promptly.
What is the difference between revani cake and basbousa?
Revani cake and basbousa are both syrup-soaked semolina cakes, and their names and recipes overlap across regions. Revani often includes yogurt or flour, while basbousa is commonly made with semolina and topped with nuts or coconut.
How should you store revani cake?
Store revani cake covered in the refrigerator if you will not eat it soon. Covering it keeps the syrup-soaked crumb from drying out and prevents it from picking up other food odors.
Can you freeze revani cake?
Yes, you can freeze revani cake in tightly wrapped individual portions. Thaw a piece in the refrigerator before serving; freezing may make the crumb slightly softer, so avoid freezing it again after thawing.
What do you serve with revani cake?
Revani cake is often served on its own with Turkish tea or coffee. A small spoonful of thick cream or a few crushed pistachios can complement its sweetness without hiding the semolina and syrup flavors.
Revani cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
76.5µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B12
0.16µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
Revani cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Revani cake
To burn the 288 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 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.
What is Revani cake?
Revani cake is a syrup-soaked semolina cake associated with Turkish and Ottoman cooking. Recipes commonly combine semolina with eggs and yoghurt, then pour a lemon-scented syrup over the baked cake; versions with similar names also appear around the eastern Mediterranean and Balkans.
It has a tender, moist crumb with a slight graininess, and is usually served in small squares after a meal or alongside tea or coffee. It is rich in carbohydrates and energy, while offering relatively little fibre, so a modest slice makes a satisfying sweet. For a lighter-feeling serving, pair it with fresh fruit or unsweetened tea rather than another rich dessert.
How Nutritious Is Revani 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 Revani 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 Revani cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Revani 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
Revani cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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