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Spoon pancake Calories
Pan-cooked spoon-dropped batter pancake
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Spoon pancake (45 g) has 115 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 15 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 5.9 µg of Selenium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Spoon pancake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
115
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
15g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 11% · Fat 36%
Spoon pancake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Spoon pancake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 179 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 110 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spoon pancake
What is a Spoon pancake?
A Spoon pancake is a Turkish pan-cooked batter food made by dropping spoonfuls of thick batter into a pan. The pieces are usually soft and puffy, and are often served as part of a home-style breakfast.
How do you make a Spoon pancake?
To make a Spoon pancake, mix flour with egg and yogurt into a thick batter, then stir in a raising agent. Drop spoonfuls into a lightly oiled pan over medium heat; turn each piece when the underside is set and golden.
How is a Spoon pancake different from a Turkish crepe?
A Spoon pancake uses a thicker batter and is cooked as separate, small spoonfuls, so it turns out puffy and tender. Turkish crepes are made from a thinner batter spread across the pan, producing a broad, flat sheet.
Why is my Spoon pancake dense instead of fluffy?
A Spoon pancake can turn dense if its raising agent is old, the batter is too thin, or the pieces are pressed while cooking. Use fresh raising agent, keep the batter thick, and let each piece cook undisturbed before turning.
Can you make a Spoon pancake without yogurt?
Yes, you can make a Spoon pancake without yogurt by using milk or water instead. Add the liquid gradually so the batter stays thick; a very runny batter spreads in the pan rather than making soft, rounded pieces.
What do you serve with a Spoon pancake?
A Spoon pancake goes well with savory breakfast foods such as cheese, olives, tomatoes, and cucumber. For a sweet serving, add honey, jam, or syrup after cooking rather than making the batter excessively sweet.
Is a Spoon pancake sweet or savory?
A Spoon pancake can be either sweet or savory, though Turkish home-style versions are often made with a lightly salted batter. It is also common to keep the batter plain and serve the cooked pieces with sweet toppings.
Can you prepare Spoon pancake batter ahead of time?
It is best to cook Spoon pancake batter soon after mixing, because the raising agent can lose its effect while the batter rests. You can combine the dry ingredients in advance and add the wet ingredients shortly before cooking.
How should you store and reheat a Spoon pancake?
Once cooled, store leftover Spoon pancakes in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat them in a pan over low heat or in a microwave; a pan helps the outside stay less soft.
Can you freeze Spoon pancakes?
Yes, cooked Spoon pancakes can be frozen. Let them cool completely, separate them with baking paper so they do not stick together, and place them in a freezer-safe container; reheat from thawed or frozen until hot throughout.
Spoon pancake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Calcium
41mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
52mg · 2% DV
Spoon pancake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spoon pancake
To burn the 115 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Spoon pancake?
Spoon pancake is a home-style Turkish pan-cooked batter, dropped by spoonfuls into a hot pan and cooked in small rounds. The batter is commonly made with flour and egg, often with yoghurt or milk, though recipes vary between households. It comes out soft and a little thicker than a crêpe.
In Turkey, it is often served warm at breakfast with tea, alongside cheese and olives, or with honey or jam for a sweeter bite. Flour gives it a mainly carbohydrate-based profile, with a more modest amount of protein. For a lighter meal, use just a little oil in the pan and serve it with fresh vegetables and cheese.
How Nutritious Is Spoon pancake?
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 Spoon pancake 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 Spoon pancake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spoon pancake 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
Spoon pancake Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32.5:1).
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