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A soft, rectangular cocoa-colored dessert is cut into thick slices showing a pale cream layer inside, with fine white coconut flakes scattered over the top and around the base.

Sultan cake Calories

Sweet Turkish-style cake dessert with syrup and cream

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

62medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

105mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

100 g of Sultan cake has 285 calories. It contains 36.5 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 8 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Sultan cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

285

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

36.5g

· 13% DV

Protein

4.8g

· 10% DV

Fat

13.8g

· 18% 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 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%

Sultan cake nutrition facts table · 100 g

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories285 kcal
Total fat13.8 g18%
Saturated fat6.1 g31%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium165 mg7%
Total carbohydrate36.5 g13%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Protein4.8 g10%

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 Slice of Sultan cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)100 g285 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g128 kcal
1 slice (thin)60 g171 kcal
1 piece (medium)80 g228 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 piece (large)130 g371 kcal
1 slice (thick)140 g399 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g428 kcal
1 serving (extra large)220 g627 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sultan cake

What is Sultan cake?

Sultan cake is a Turkish-style dessert made with cake soaked in syrup and topped or layered with cream. Recipes vary, but the contrast between the moist, sweet cake and the creamy topping is its defining feature.

How do you make Sultan cake?

Sultan cake is made by baking a cake base, soaking it with syrup, then adding cream after the cake has cooled. Follow the recipe’s instructions for syrup temperature and soaking time, since cake bases and syrups vary.

What makes Sultan cake different from ordinary sponge cake?

Sultan cake is typically soaked with syrup and finished with cream, while an ordinary sponge cake may be served plain or with a light filling. The syrup gives Sultan cake a noticeably moister, sweeter texture.

Should the syrup for Sultan cake be hot or cold?

Sultan cake recipes use different syrup temperatures, but commonly one component is warm and the other is cooler. Avoid pouring boiling syrup onto a boiling-hot cake, which can make the crumb soggy; follow the specific recipe’s order.

How do you keep Sultan cake from getting soggy?

To keep Sultan cake from getting soggy, use the amount of syrup in your recipe and pour it over the cake gradually. Make a few small holes in the surface first, and let the cake absorb the syrup before spreading on the cream.

What kind of cream goes on Sultan cake?

Sultan cake is usually topped with a milk-based cream, such as custard-style pastry cream or a whipped cream mixture, depending on the recipe. Spread it only after the syrup-soaked cake has cooled, so the topping does not melt.

Is Sultan cake served warm or chilled?

Sultan cake is generally served chilled because its cream topping needs to stay firm and the syrup-soaked cake benefits from resting. Refrigerate it after assembling, then cut clean slices just before serving.

How long does Sultan cake last in the fridge?

Sultan cake keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator because it contains cream. Return leftovers to the fridge promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature for an extended time.

Can you freeze Sultan cake?

You can freeze the cake base before adding cream, but a fully assembled Sultan cake may become watery or lose its texture when thawed. Wrap the plain base airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, then add fresh cream before serving.

Can you make Sultan cake less sweet?

Yes, you can make Sultan cake less sweet by reducing the syrup slightly and choosing an unsweetened or lightly sweetened cream. Add syrup gradually and taste as you go, since the cake should still absorb enough to stay moist.

Sultan cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

3µg · 10% DV

B2

0.12mg · 9% DV

Vitamin A

78µg · 9% DV

B12

0.18µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Selenium

8µg · 15% DV

Phosphorus

92mg · 13% DV

Manganese

0.18mg · 8% DV

Calcium

78mg · 8% DV

Sodium

165mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

105mg · 3% DV

Sultan cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

62
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

23
High

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

How to Burn Off Sultan cake

To burn the 285 calories in 100 g:

🚶

71min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

29min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

39min

Cycling

🏊

33min

Swimming

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

What is Sultan cake?

Sultan cake is a Turkish-style dessert made with cake, syrup and cream. Recipes vary, but the syrup gives the cake a moist texture, while the cream makes each slice rich and soft. It is usually served in slices rather than as an everyday plain cake.

In Turkey, it suits tea time, gatherings and celebrations, and it can also be enjoyed with coffee. Outside Turkey, serve it as a dessert for sharing or alongside unsweetened tea to balance its sweetness. At 285 calories per 100 g, it is an indulgent treat with little fibre; a smaller slice is a practical choice if you want something lighter.

How Nutritious Is Sultan cake?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 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

24/ 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 Sultan 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 Sultan cake Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Sultan 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

Sultan cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

6.1g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 63.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (63.3:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.