Puff wheat cake

Puff wheat cake

Snack

Item Rating: 44/100

1 serving (50 grams) contains 200 calories, 2.0 grams of protein, 5.0 grams of fat, and 35.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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1000
calories
10
protein
175
carbohydrates
25
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (250g)
Calories
1000
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25 g 32%
Saturated Fat 10 g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 750 mg 32%
Total Carbohydrates 175 g 63%
Dietary Fiber 5 g 17%
Sugars 100 g
protein 10 g 20%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 50 mg 3%
Iron 2.5 mg 13%
Potassium 250 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.

Food Attributes

Source of Calories

72.5%
4.1%
23.3%
Fat: 225 cal (23.3%)
Protein: 40 cal (4.1%)
Carbs: 700 cal (72.5%)

About Puff wheat cake

Puff Wheat Cake is a sweet treat originating from Canadian prairie kitchens, popular for its simplicity and nostalgic charm. Made with puffed wheat cereal, a sticky syrup mixture of brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and cocoa powder binds the ingredients together into chewy bars. While this dessert has a homemade feel, it is typically high in sugar and simple carbohydrates, making it a less nutritionally dense option. Its cocoa powder adds a hint of rich flavor and provides minimal antioxidants, but overall, the cake is best enjoyed as an occasional indulgence rather than a regular snack. This treat, often served at gatherings and bake sales, represents a longstanding tradition of comfort food in Canadian culture.