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Schar wafer Calories
Gluten-free wafer, chocolate coated, snack
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Schar wafer (35 g) has 182 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.7 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 9.8 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Schar wafer Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
182
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
21.7g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
9.8g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 4% · Fat 48%
Schar wafer nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 182 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.8 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 Schar wafer?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 364 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Schar wafer
What is Schar wafer made of?
Schar wafer is made of crisp wafer layers with a cream filling and a chocolate coating. The exact ingredients can vary between versions and markets, so the ingredient list on your pack is the best way to identify its specific filling and coating.
Is Schar wafer suitable for people with coeliac disease?
Schar wafer is sold as gluten-free, so it may suit people with coeliac disease. Confirm the gluten-free statement on the particular pack you buy, since product recipes and manufacturing details can vary by market.
Can you use Schar wafer in desserts?
Yes, you can crumble Schar wafer over ice cream, pudding or a cake for a crisp chocolate-and-wafer topping. Add it just before serving, because moisture from a dessert can soften the wafer layers.
Does Schar wafer need to be refrigerated?
No, Schar wafer does not need refrigeration. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place instead; the fridge can introduce condensation when the wafer warms up and may affect its crispness.
Can Schar wafer be frozen?
Yes, Schar wafer can be frozen in an airtight package, though the chocolate coating or crisp texture may change as it thaws. Let it come back to room temperature before eating to reduce condensation on the surface.
Why does Schar wafer sometimes crumble?
Schar wafer has thin, crisp layers that can break if the pack is squeezed or handled roughly. Keep it from being crushed in a bag; broken pieces still work well as a topping for ice cream or pudding.
Does the chocolate coating on Schar wafer melt easily?
Yes, the coating on Schar wafer can soften or melt in heat. Store the pack away from direct sunlight and hot cars, especially in warm weather, to help the coating stay intact.
How does Schar wafer compare with a regular wheat wafer?
Schar wafer has the same general layered, filled, chocolate-coated style, but its gluten-free ingredients can give it a different texture or flavor from a wheat-based wafer. The contrast is most noticeable in the crispness of the layers.
Can people with diabetes eat Schar wafer?
People with diabetes can include Schar wafer only if it fits their individual eating plan; its wafer and chocolate coating contain carbohydrates that can raise blood sugar. A clinician or dietitian can advise on how it fits your personal plan.
Is Schar wafer a good snack to pack for school?
Yes, Schar wafer can be packed as an occasional snack, but protect it from being crushed and kept somewhere hot, where the chocolate coating may soften. It is a sweet treat rather than a replacement for a more filling snack.
Schar wafer Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.35µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.18mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
25mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.42mg · 2% DV
Calcium
21mg · 2% DV
Sodium
42mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
Schar wafer Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Schar wafer
To burn the 182 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Schar wafer?
Schar wafer is a packaged, gluten-free wafer made with crisp, thin layers and a creamy filling, covered in chocolate. It offers a familiar sweet snack in a form suitable for people avoiding gluten.
The wafer layers are light and crunchy, with a sweet centre and a distinct chocolate coating. Enjoy it with coffee or tea, tuck it into a lunchbox, or have it as a quick snack on the go. It is an energy-dense treat, with most of its calories coming from carbohydrates and fat rather than protein. Pairing a piece with fruit or having it alongside an unsweetened drink can make for a more rounded snack.
How Nutritious Is Schar wafer?
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 Schar wafer Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Schar wafer Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Schar wafer Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Schar wafer Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 88:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (88:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.