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Unsweetened, small pancake
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Unsweetened pancake (40 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 227 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 5.6 µg of Selenium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 40 g
91
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% 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 50% · Protein 12% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 60 g | 136 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 110 g | 250 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 120 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 409 kcal |
Calculated from 227 calories per 100 g.
For a fluffy unsweetened pancake, use fresh baking powder and mix the batter only until the dry ingredients are incorporated. Cook it over medium-low heat and flip when bubbles appear on top and the edges look set.
Not necessarily. An unsweetened pancake has no sugar added to the batter, but ingredients such as milk can contribute naturally occurring sugars. Toppings like fruit, honey, or syrup also add sweetness and sugars.
Yes, an unsweetened pancake can be made without banana. A basic batter can use flour, egg, milk, and baking powder; banana is an optional way to add moisture and natural sweetness, not a required ingredient.
Fresh berries, sliced fruit, plain yogurt, or nut butter pair well with an unsweetened pancake. They add flavor without requiring sugar in the batter; syrup or sweetened spreads make the finished dish sweeter.
An unsweetened pancake can turn gummy if the batter is overmixed, the pancake is too thick, or the pan is too hot to cook the center through. Mix gently and use moderate heat so the inside cooks before the outside browns.
Yes, you can make an unsweetened pancake with ground oats or oat flour instead of wheat flour. The batter may need a short rest to thicken, and the texture is usually denser than a pancake made with plain flour.
Yes, cooked unsweetened pancakes work well for meal prep. Cool them before refrigerating in a sealed container, and reheat only the portions you plan to eat; freezing is useful if you need to keep them longer.
Use a nonstick pan, preheat it over medium-low heat, and spread a thin layer of oil or butter across the surface. Wait until the pancake’s edges look set before flipping it with a thin spatula.
An unsweetened pancake can be part of a pre-workout breakfast because its flour provides carbohydrates. Add yogurt, egg, or nut butter if you want a more substantial meal, and allow time to digest before exercising.
Yes, you can reheat a frozen unsweetened pancake without thawing it first. Warm it in a toaster, skillet, or microwave until hot throughout; separate stacked pancakes first so they heat evenly.
Vitamins
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.6µg · 5% DV
B3
0.64mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
67mg · 10% DV
Sodium
176mg · 8% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 calories in 1 piece (small) (40 g):
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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.
An unsweetened pancake is a small, round griddle-cooked cake made from batter without added sugar. A typical home-style batter uses flour, egg and milk, often with a raising agent for a soft, airy middle. Pancakes are made in many places, and this simple version fits easily into a breakfast or brunch spread.
The texture is tender inside with a lightly browned surface; serve it warm with fruit, yogurt or a little nut butter, or alongside savoury breakfast foods. Without added sugar, its flavour is fairly mild, while the flour makes it mostly a source of carbohydrates: it has 28.3 g per 100 g. For a lighter plate, cook it in a non-stick pan with little oil and choose fresh fruit rather than a sugary topping.
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.
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.