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Whole-grain, light snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (thin) of Whole Grain Corn Cake (8 g) has 31 calories. That works out to 387 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.5 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 79 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (thin) · 8 g
31
KCAL / 8G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 8% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 (thin) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 12 g | 46 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 16 g | 62 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 24 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 24 g | 93 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 32 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 40 g | 155 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 387 kcal |
Calculated from 387 calories per 100 g.
A whole-grain corn cake is typically made by heating and pressing whole corn into a light, crisp disc. It is not popcorn: the corn is formed into a compact cake rather than served as separate popped kernels.
Whole-grain corn cakes can be a convenient snack, especially when topped with a nourishing food such as hummus, cheese or nut butter. On their own they are light and may not keep you full for long, so pair them with a source of protein.
Good toppings for a whole-grain corn cake include avocado and egg, hummus and cucumber, or nut butter with banana. Add toppings just before eating so the crisp cake does not turn soggy.
Whole-grain corn cakes can stand in for bread when you want a crisp base for an open-faced snack. They are fragile, though, so they are less practical for packed sandwiches or fillings that need to be held between two slices.
Whole-grain corn cakes are made from corn, while rice cakes are made from rice; both are light, crisp bases for toppings. Their flavor and texture differ, so choose corn cakes for a more distinctly corn-like taste.
Yes, you can briefly warm a whole-grain corn cake in a toaster oven or dry pan to refresh its crispness. Watch it closely because its thin, airy texture can scorch quickly; avoid putting loose cakes into a slot toaster.
You can make a homemade version by cooking whole corn, shaping it into thin cakes, then drying or baking them until crisp. Getting the same airy, uniform texture as commercially pressed cakes requires suitable equipment, so home versions may be denser.
Store whole-grain corn cakes in a cool, dry cupboard and seal the opened packet tightly. An airtight container also helps keep humidity out; moisture is what most quickly takes away their characteristic crunch.
Whole-grain corn cakes do not cause weight loss by themselves, but they can fit into a portion-conscious snack. Choose a modest amount of topping, since generous spreads or sweet additions can make the snack substantially more filling and energy-dense.
Whole-grain corn cakes go soft when they absorb moisture from the air or from wet toppings. Keep the packet sealed between servings, and spread moist ingredients on only when you are ready to eat.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.17mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
8.4mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 31 calories in 1 piece (thin) (8 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.
Whole Grain Corn Cake is a thin, crisp round made by puffing whole-grain corn into a light, airy cake. Its flavour is mild and toasty, so it works as a plain snack or as a base for toppings. In many places it is eaten at breakfast or between meals, with spreads, cheese, vegetables or nut butter; it can also take the place of crackers alongside soup or a salad.
It is mostly carbohydrate, with some fibre from the whole grain, and makes a convenient light bite. For a more filling snack, pair it with a protein-rich topping such as hummus or yoghurt-based spread. Add toppings just before eating to keep the cake crisp.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.