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Walnut-based lighter-style fitness cake
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Walnut fitness cake (60 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.7 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
187
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
16.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 12% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.86 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 slice (medium) | 60 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 85 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Walnut fitness cake is a lighter-style cake made with walnuts, but recipes vary in their flour, sweetener, eggs and dairy. Mix the batter only until combined, then fold in the walnuts; overmixing can make the cake dense.
Walnut fitness cake can be a satisfying alternative to a conventional cake, and walnuts contribute its characteristic flavour and texture. It is still a sweet baked treat, so the ingredients and serving size matter more than the word “fitness”.
Walnut fitness cake does not cause weight loss on its own. A lighter recipe may fit into a weight-conscious eating pattern, but it remains a dessert, so keeping the portion modest is more useful than relying on its name.
Keep walnut fitness cake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm. Chilling can firm up the crumb; letting a slice sit briefly at room temperature improves its texture.
Walnut fitness cake often turns dry when it is overbaked or the batter has too little moisture for its dry ingredients. Check it near the end of baking and avoid adding extra flour unless the recipe calls for it.
Yes, walnut fitness cake freezes well when wrapped tightly to protect it from freezer air. Freeze individual slices for easier portions, then thaw them while still wrapped so condensation forms on the wrapping rather than the cake.
To keep walnuts from sinking in walnut fitness cake, chop them into smaller pieces and fold them in at the end. If the batter is thin, lightly coating the pieces with a little of the recipe’s flour can also help.
You can use a suitable baking sweetener in walnut fitness cake, but the amount and texture depend on the product. Mashed ripe banana or dates work in some recipes, though they change the cake’s sweetness, moisture and flavour.
Walnut fitness cake pairs well with plain tea or coffee, fresh fruit, or unsweetened yogurt. Since the cake is already sweet and nutty, a simple accompaniment usually works better than adding a sugary frosting or sauce.
Walnut fitness cake is not automatically suitable for everyone with diabetes: its flour and sweetener can still affect blood glucose. Check the recipe and portion, and ask your diabetes care team for guidance if you use insulin or glucose-lowering medication.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
101mg · 14% DV
Selenium
5.16µg · 9% DV
Sodium
99mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 187 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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.
Walnut fitness cake is a home-style cake made with walnuts, usually presented as a lighter-style alternative to conventional cakes. Recipes vary, so “fitness” does not point to one fixed set of ingredients or guarantee a particular nutritional profile.
It is typically soft, with a gentle crunch from the walnuts, and works well as a snack or alongside tea or coffee. In Turkey, you may see it served with afternoon tea or offered at breakfast, though it is still a sweet treat rather than a savoury staple. At 312 kcal per 100 g, it is best enjoyed in a modest slice; pair it with fresh fruit for a simple, lighter-feeling serving.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 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.
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
1.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.