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Zupfkuchen Calories
Classic German cake combining cocoa crust and creamy cheesecake filling.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Zupfkuchen (80 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 4.8 µg of Biotin covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Zupfkuchen Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
264
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
27.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
14.4g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 8% · Fat 50%
Zupfkuchen nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.4 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 7.36 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 Zupfkuchen?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 660 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Zupfkuchen
What is Zupfkuchen?
Zupfkuchen is a German cake with a creamy cheesecake-style filling, a cocoa dough base, and pieces of the same chocolate dough scattered over the top. The contrast between the pale filling and dark topping gives it its distinctive look.
Where does Zupfkuchen come from?
Zupfkuchen is a German home-baking classic, especially associated with recipes made using quark, a fresh dairy cheese common in Germany. Recipes vary between households, but the cocoa dough and creamy filling are its defining combination.
What does the name Zupfkuchen mean?
Zupfkuchen roughly means “pinched” or “torn” cake: the German verb “zupfen” means to pluck or pull off. It refers to the little pieces of cocoa dough placed over the filling rather than a separate frosting.
What ingredients are in Zupfkuchen?
A traditional Zupfkuchen uses cocoa-flavoured dough, typically made with flour, butter, sugar, and egg, plus a creamy filling based on quark, eggs, sugar, and butter. Exact recipes differ, and some use vanilla or a little lemon zest.
Can you make Zupfkuchen without quark?
Yes. If quark is unavailable, use a well-drained thick yogurt or a mild cream cheese in Zupfkuchen. The filling will not taste exactly like the German original, and cream cheese usually makes it richer, while strained yogurt gives it a tangier finish.
How do you know when Zupfkuchen is baked?
Zupfkuchen is ready when the cocoa dough is set and the filling looks mostly firm, though its centre may still wobble slightly. It will continue to set as it cools, so avoid waiting for the centre to become completely rigid in the oven.
Can you make Zupfkuchen ahead of time?
Yes, Zupfkuchen is well suited to making ahead because chilling helps its cheesecake-style filling firm up for clean slices. Bake it the day before serving, let it cool, then cover and refrigerate it until needed.
How should you store Zupfkuchen?
Store Zupfkuchen covered in the refrigerator because its filling contains dairy and eggs. Keep it chilled between servings, and take out only the portions you plan to eat so the rest stays cold and retains its texture.
Can you freeze Zupfkuchen?
Yes, Zupfkuchen can be frozen in individual slices or as a whole cake. Wrap it tightly to protect it from freezer air, then thaw it in the refrigerator; the filling may be slightly softer after thawing.
Why is the top of Zupfkuchen made with pieces of dough?
The cocoa dough pieces on Zupfkuchen are part of the cake’s signature style, not a crumb topping added after baking. They bake over the pale filling, creating the characteristic mottled appearance and adding chocolate flavour to each slice.
Zupfkuchen Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B12
0.28µg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Zupfkuchen Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Zupfkuchen
To burn the 264 calories in 1 slice (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Zupfkuchen?
Zupfkuchen is a German cake made with a cocoa shortcrust base and a creamy quark filling. Pieces of the cocoa dough are pinched or crumbled over the top, giving the baked cake its characteristic dark, mottled surface. Quark is a fresh, mildly tangy cheese; it is central to the traditional filling, though recipes vary.
The contrast is part of its appeal: a tender, cheesecake-like centre against a firm, chocolatey crust. In Germany it is often served with coffee during an afternoon Kaffee und Kuchen, or offered at family gatherings; elsewhere, it works just as well with tea or coffee as a dessert. It is fairly rich, with more fat and carbohydrate than protein. Serve a modest slice with fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling pairing.
How Nutritious Is Zupfkuchen?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Zupfkuchen 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 Zupfkuchen Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Zupfkuchen 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
Zupfkuchen Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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