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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chocolate Cake"
| Food Name: Chocolate Cake | |
| Food Group: Baked Foods | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 371 | Total Fat (g): 15 |
| Protein (g): 5 | Carbohydrates (g): 53 |
| Fiber (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 52 |
| Water (g): 24 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 5 | Cholesterol (mg): 58 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 6039 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 2761 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 5 | Omega-6 (mg): 2576 |
| DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 5 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 140 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 27 | Folic Acid (mcg): 17 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 10 | Folate DFE (mcg): 39 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 60 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 32 | Phosphorus (mg): 106 |
| Potassium (mg): 140 | Sodium (mg): 315 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 12 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 68 | Threonine (mg): 202 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 240 | Leucine (mg): 407 |
| Lysine (mg): 268 | Methionine (mg): 116 |
| Cystine (mg): 98 | Phenylalanine (mg): 265 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 197 | Valine (mg): 283 |
| Arginine (mg): 253 | Histidine (mg): 120 |
| Alanine (mg): 220 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 390 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1177 | Glycine (mg): 179 |
| Proline (mg): 411 | Serine (mg): 301 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 128 | Betaine (mg): 48 |
| PRAL Score: 2 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Chocolate Cake
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chocolate Cake'?
100 grams of 'Chocolate Cake' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 5g (around 10% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 53g (around 19% of daily requirement),
Fat – 15g (around 19% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Chocolate Cake'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Chocolate Cake' provides around 371 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 19% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Chocolate Cake' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Chocolate Cake' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 5g protein, 53g carbs, and 15g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Chocolate Cake' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
It is also an average source of:
Selenium (mcg): 12 mcg (22% DV).
'Chocolate Cake' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 60 mg (5% DV),
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 140 mg (3% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 32 mg (8% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 106 mg (8% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 315 mg (14% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Chocolate Cake in significant amounts?
'Chocolate Cake' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 140 IU (5% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 27 mcg (7% DV),
Folic Acid (mcg): 17 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 10 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 39 mcg (10% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Chocolate Cake' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 5 g (25% of max recommended).