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Small Popkek Calories

Small packaged soft cake snack; relatively high in sugar and fat.

CALORIES · 100 G

430kcal

GI

62high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

105mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (small) of Small Popkek (45 g) has 194 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.4 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Small Popkek Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (small) · 45 g

194

KCAL / 45G

Carbs

25.4g

· 9% DV

Protein

2.4g

· 5% DV

Fat

9.4g

· 12% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%

Small Popkek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (45 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories194 kcal
Total fat9.4 g12%
Saturated fat3.83 g19%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium117 mg5%
Total carbohydrate25.4 g9%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein2.4 g5%

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 Small Popkek?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (small)45 g194 kcal
1 piece (mini)25 g108 kcal
1 piece (small)35 g151 kcal
1 piece (medium)45 g194 kcal
1 serving (small)45 g194 kcal
1 pack (small)45 g194 kcal
2 piece (double)90 g387 kcal
1 pack (large)90 g387 kcal
100 g100 g430 kcal
3 piece (triple)135 g581 kcal

Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Small Popkek

Is Small Popkek a Turkish snack?

Yes. Small Popkek is a packaged soft-cake snack associated with Turkey, where Popkek is sold as a ready-to-eat treat. It is convenient to carry, but its sweet, rich character makes it better suited to an occasional snack than a meal.

Is Small Popkek healthy?

Small Popkek is a sweet cake snack, not a particularly nourishing everyday choice. Its sugar and fat content is relatively high, so it makes more sense as an occasional treat than as a regular replacement for fruit or a filling snack.

What is Small Popkek made of?

Small Popkek is made from cake batter; flour, sugar, fat and eggs are common ingredients in soft cakes. The exact recipe can vary by product or variety, so use the ingredient list on the specific package if you need precise details.

How is Small Popkek different from regular Popkek?

Small Popkek is the smaller, single-snack format, while regular Popkek refers to a larger cake format. The size is the clearest distinction; do not assume the recipe or available varieties are identical without comparing the packages.

Does Small Popkek cause weight gain?

Small Popkek does not cause weight gain by itself, but eating it often can add a lot of sweet, fatty snack food to your routine. Having it occasionally and choosing a more filling option most of the time makes it easier to manage portions.

Can Small Popkek be eaten for breakfast?

Yes, you can eat Small Popkek at breakfast, but it is not a balanced breakfast on its own. Pair it with a source of protein, such as yogurt or eggs, rather than relying on a sweet cake to keep you satisfied through the morning.

Can you freeze Small Popkek?

Yes, Small Popkek can be frozen in an airtight wrapper or container. Freezing may affect its soft texture after thawing, so let it come back to room temperature before eating and avoid repeatedly freezing and thawing it.

How should Small Popkek be stored after opening?

Once opened, keep Small Popkek covered or in an airtight container and eat it soon. Exposure to air dries out the cake and reduces its softness; unopened pieces are best kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Is Small Popkek a good snack before a workout?

Small Popkek can provide quick carbohydrate before exercise, but its fat content may make it feel heavy if eaten just before training. If you choose it, allow time to digest and pick a lighter option when exercising soon.

Can you make a homemade version of Small Popkek?

Yes, you can bake small, soft cakes at home, though they will not be an exact copy of Small Popkek. Use mini cake moulds and avoid overbaking; homemade cakes also let you adjust the sweetness to your taste.

Small Popkek Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

B12

0.16µg · 7% DV

Vitamin E

0.95mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Selenium

3.6µg · 7% DV

Phosphorus

38mg · 5% DV

Sodium

117mg · 5% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

47mg · 1% DV

Small Popkek Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

62
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

12.7
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Small Popkek

To burn the 194 calories in 1 piece (small) (45 g):

🚶

48min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

20min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

26min

Cycling

🏊

23min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Small Popkek?

Small Popkek is a single-serve packaged soft cake snack, made for a quick sweet bite rather than as a bakery-style dessert. It is ready to eat straight from the wrapper, with a tender crumb and a distinctly sweet taste. In Turkey, where Popkek is a familiar packaged snack, it is often enjoyed with tea or coffee, or tucked into a lunchbox; elsewhere, it works just as easily as an occasional on-the-go treat. Nutritionally, it is relatively high in sugar and fat and provides little fibre, so it is more of a sweet than a filling snack. Pair it with fresh fruit or plain yoghurt if you want a more substantial break.

How Nutritious Is Small Popkek?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

15/ 100

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 Small Popkek 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 Small Popkek Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy yes
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Small Popkek 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

Small Popkek Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.83g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.65g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.75g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 64.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (64.3:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.