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San Sebastian cheesecakecalories and macros
One serving of San Sebastian cheesecake has about 540 kcal, with 9 g protein, 33 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat. That is roughly 7% of calories from protein, 24% from carbs and 69% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein9 g7%
- Carbs33 g24%
- Fat42 g69%
San Sebastian cheesecake is a crustless Basque-style cheesecake; one slice (an eighth of a 22 cm cake) holds about 75 g of cream cheese, 38 ml of heavy cream, 25 g of sugar and half an egg, baked until the top is almost burnt. A slice is roughly 540 kcal with 9 g of protein and 33 g of carbohydrates, and about 70% of the calories come from its 42 g of fat, nearly all of it from the cream cheese and cream.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~150 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 kcal | 540 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 6 g | 9 g | 7% |
| Carbs | 22 g | 33 g | 24% |
| Fat | 28 g | 42 g | 69% |
How many calories in 100 g of San Sebastian cheesecake?
A typical serving of San Sebastian cheesecake weighs about 150 g, so 100 g has about 360 kcal, 6 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 75 g | 270 | 4.5 g | 16.5 g | 21 g |
| 1 serving | 150 g | 540 | 9 g | 33 g | 42 g |
| 1½ servings | 225 g | 810 | 13.5 g | 49.5 g | 63 g |
| 2 servings | 300 g | 1080 | 18 g | 66 g | 84 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 | 6 g | 22 g | 28 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 720 | 12 g | 44 g | 56 g |
Vitamins and minerals in San Sebastian cheesecake
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 28.5 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 25 g | 125% |
| Sodium | 290 mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 420 µg | 47% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 µg | 17% |
Allergens in San Sebastian cheesecake
- Eggs
- Gluten
- Milk
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does San Sebastian cheesecake fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of San Sebastian cheesecake?
For a 70 kg adult, the 540 kcal in one serving is about 126 minutes of comfortable walking or 92 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 126 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 92 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Crustless Basque cheesecake baked at high heat until deeply caramelised outside and creamy inside, served by the slice.
- 75g Cream Cheese
- 38ml Heavy Cream
- 25g Sugar
- 1/2 Egg (25g)
- 3g Flour
How to make it
- Line a 22 cm cake tin with two crumpled sheets of baking paper so they stand above the rim, and heat the oven to 220°C.
- Beat 600 g soft cream cheese with 200 g sugar until smooth, then beat in 4 eggs one at a time.
- Mix in 300 ml heavy cream, then sift in 25 g flour and stir until just combined.
- Pour into the tin and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is very dark and the centre still wobbles.
- Cool to room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours and cut into 8 slices.
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How to make it lighter
- Cut the cake into 12 thin slices instead of 8 and enjoy one with fresh berries.
- Replace half of the cream cheese with light cream cheese or strained yogurt.
- Use half the cream and top up with milk; the centre stays soft but lighter.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in San Sebastian cheesecake?
A typical serving of San Sebastian cheesecake has about 540 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of San Sebastian cheesecake?
About 360 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 150 g with 540 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is San Sebastian cheesecake high in protein?
It is moderate. One serving has about 9 g of protein (7% of its calories); pair it with a protein side if you are aiming for a high-protein meal.
Can I eat San Sebastian cheesecake while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off San Sebastian cheesecake?
Roughly 126 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 92 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is San Sebastian cheesecake vegetarian?
Yes. A typical serving of San Sebastian cheesecake has no meat or fish.
Is San Sebastian cheesecake gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make San Sebastian cheesecake lighter?
Cut the cake into 12 thin slices instead of 8 and enjoy one with fresh berries. Replace half of the cream cheese with light cream cheese or strained yogurt. Use half the cream and top up with milk; the centre stays soft but lighter.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (150 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.