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A slice of dark, cocoa-brown cake with a soft, close-textured crumb and glossy deep-red sour cherries visible in and on the cake, served on a plain plate.

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake Calories

Sour cherry cream cake

CALORIES · 100 G

315kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

135mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.6g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Sour Cherry Bihter Cake (120 g) has 378 calories. That works out to 315 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 18.5 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 141.6 µg of Vitamin A covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g

378

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

47.5g

· 17% DV

Protein

5.8g

· 12% DV

Fat

18.5g

· 24% DV

Fiber

1.9g

· 7% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories378 kcal
Total fat18.5 g24%
Saturated fat9.72 g49%
Trans fat0.22 g
Sodium216 mg9%
Total carbohydrate47.5 g17%
Fiber1.9 g7%
Protein5.8 g12%

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 Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)120 g378 kcal
1 ounce (small)28 g88 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g142 kcal
1 slice (thin)80 g252 kcal
1 piece (medium)90 g284 kcal
100 g100 g315 kcal
1 cup (diced)140 g441 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g473 kcal
1 slice (thick)160 g504 kcal

Calculated from 315 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sour Cherry Bihter Cake

What is Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake is a layered cake combining sour cherries, cake and a creamy filling. The name does not refer to one fixed, widely standardized recipe, so the cake layers, cream and cherry preparation can vary between versions.

How do you make Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake is made by layering cooled cake with sour cherry filling and cream. Prepare the filling so it is thick rather than watery, assemble the layers, then chill the cake before slicing so the cream can set.

What ingredients go into Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake typically uses cake, sour cherries and a creamy layer. Depending on the recipe, the cake may be chocolate-flavoured, and the cherries may be thickened with sugar and starch; toppings and cream recipes vary.

Can you make Sour Cherry Bihter Cake with frozen cherries?

Yes, frozen cherries work in Sour Cherry Bihter Cake. Thaw them and drain them well before making the filling; excess juice can make the cream loose or soak the cake layers. You can reduce the drained juice into the filling.

How do you stop Sour Cherry Bihter Cake from getting soggy?

To keep Sour Cherry Bihter Cake from getting soggy, thicken the cherry filling and let it cool before assembling. Drain the fruit well and use any cherry juice sparingly to moisten the cake, since both the filling and cream add moisture.

How should you store Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

Store Sour Cherry Bihter Cake covered in the refrigerator because its cream needs to stay chilled. Keep it away from uncovered foods that can transfer odours, and take out only the slices you plan to serve.

Can Sour Cherry Bihter Cake be frozen?

Yes, you can freeze Sour Cherry Bihter Cake, though the cream may change texture as it thaws. Wrap individual slices airtight and thaw them in the refrigerator; avoid repeatedly thawing and refreezing the cake.

Is Sour Cherry Bihter Cake the same as Black Forest cake?

No, Sour Cherry Bihter Cake is not automatically the same as Black Forest cake. Black Forest cake has a more defined German-style combination of chocolate sponge, cherries and whipped cream, while Bihter Cake recipes vary and may use different cake and cream layers.

What can you use instead of fresh cherries in Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

For Sour Cherry Bihter Cake, use thawed frozen sour cherries or drained jarred sour cherries when fresh fruit is unavailable. Taste the filling before adding sugar, since preserved cherries may already be sweetened.

Why is it called Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

“Bihter” is part of the recipe name, not a standard baking technique or a guarantee of one traditional formula. Sour Cherry Bihter Cake recipes under the same name can differ in their cake, filling and decoration.

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

141.6µg · 16% DV

Biotin

3.6µg · 12% DV

B2

0.14mg · 11% DV

B12

0.26µg · 11% DV

Minerals

Selenium

9µg · 16% DV

Phosphorus

98mg · 14% DV

Sodium

216mg · 9% DV

Copper

0.08mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

162mg · 5% DV

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

27.6
High

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

How to Burn Off Sour Cherry Bihter Cake

To burn the 378 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 g):

🚶

94min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

39min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

51min

Cycling

🏊

44min

Swimming

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

What is Sour Cherry Bihter Cake?

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake is a Turkish-style cream cake combining soft cake layers with sour cherries. The fruit’s tartness balances the sweetness and richness of the cream, making each slice both fruity and indulgent. It suits celebrations and shared desserts, though recipes and decorations can vary.

In Turkey, it is typically served by the slice with tea or coffee, and may take pride of place at a birthday table. Elsewhere, it works well as a teatime or after-dinner cake. It is energy-dense, with 315 kcal per 100 g, while protein and fibre are modest. For a lighter serving, choose a thinner slice and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.

How Nutritious Is Sour Cherry Bihter 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 Sour Cherry Bihter 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 Sour Cherry Bihter 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 Sour Cherry Bihter 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

Sour Cherry Bihter Cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

9.72g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.16g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.4g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 38:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (38:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.