Nutrition Facts

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N/A servings per container

Serving size 1 serving (156g)

Amount per serving
Calories 590
% Daily Value*
Sodium 900mg 39%
Protein 16g 32%
Total Fat 34g 44%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Added Sugars 14g 28%
Total Sugars 15g
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Total Carbohydrate 56g 20%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Hotcakes And Sausage Calories

A classic breakfast combination, hotcakes and sausage provides a substantial start to the day. A typical serving, which includes three hotcakes with butter and syrup alongside a sausage patty, contains approximately 590 calories. This calorie count makes it a significant portion of the average daily recommended intake of 2,000 calories. The energy is derived from a mix of carbohydrates, fats, and protein, making it a calorie-dense meal. Understanding the source of these calories is key to fitting this meal into a balanced diet. Many people often wonder how many calories are in a breakfast like this, and the number can be surprising.

Macronutrient Profile

The macronutrient breakdown reveals why this meal is so high in calories. A standard serving contains around 34 grams of total fat, with 12 grams being saturated fat. Much of this comes from the sausage patty and the butter spread on the hotcakes. The meal also provides 56 grams of total carbohydrates, which are the primary energy source from the flour in the hotcakes and the sugar in the syrup. Finally, it offers a decent amount of protein, about 16 grams, mostly from the sausage.

Sugar and Sodium

A significant portion of the carbohydrates comes from sugars, with a total of 15 grams, 14 of which are added sugars primarily from the syrup. This high sugar content can provide a quick burst of energy but might lead to a crash later. The dietary fiber content is relatively low at only 2 grams. Additionally, the sodium content is quite high, clocking in at 900 milligrams per serving. This represents about 39% of the daily recommended limit for an adult, a crucial factor to consider for those monitoring their sodium intake for health reasons like blood pressure management.