1 serving (100 grams) contains 300 calories, 5.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
714.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119.0 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 476.2 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 95.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| protein | 11.9 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119.0 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 238.1 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Kuchen
Kuchen, meaning “cake” in German, is a traditional dessert with roots in German cuisine and variations popular in regions with German heritage, such as the U.S. Midwest and Chile. This sweet treat typically features a soft, yeasted or cake-like base topped with fruits like apples, plums, or berries, and often includes a creamy custard layer or streusel topping. While rich in flavor, kuchen is calorie-dense due to ingredients like butter, sugar, and cream. The fruit topping provides some vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, but the overall dish should be enjoyed in moderation, as it is high in refined carbohydrates and saturated fats. Variations with less sugar and whole-grain flour can increase its nutritional value. Kuchen is often served as a comforting dessert or accompaniment to coffee, making it a beloved symbol of gemütlichkeit, the German idea of coziness and warmth.
