Calories in White Cake with Whipped Icing

📏 Serving Size: 1 Serving (75.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 279.8
  • Total Fat 12.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 8.0 g
  • Cholesterol 15.0 mg
  • Sodium 350.3 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 40.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 0.5 g
  • Sugars 28.0 g
  • Protein 3.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 20.3 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 1.1 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 0.0 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.0 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg

Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.

📋 Nutrition Summary

With 279.8 calories per serving (1 Serving (75.0g)), White Cake with Whipped Icing is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 40.0g per serving (57.1% of calories), of which 28.0g are sugars.

🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags

⚠️ High Saturated Fat ⚠️ High Sugar

Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.

📝 Ingredients

Sugar, Enriched Bleached Wheat Flour (flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Egg Whites, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Water, Soybean Oil, Eggs, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Dextrose, Contains Less than 2% of the Following: Leavening (sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Monocalcium Phosphate), Sodium Caseinate (a Milk Derivative), Wheat Starch, Modified Tapioca and Corn Starch, Propylene Glycol Mono- and Diesters of Fats and Fatty Acids, Salt, Whey (a Milk Derivative), Mono- and Diglycerides, Polysorbate 60, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Guar Gum, Carbohydrate Gum, Xanthan Gum, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Preservative (potassium Sorbate), Soy Protein Concentrate, Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids, Disodium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid. May Also Contain One or More of the Following: Corn Starch, Palm and Palm Kernel Oils, Rice Flour, Dextrin, Confectioner's Glaze, Carnauba Wax, Cocoa, Gum Arabic, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Red 3, Yellow 5 Lake, Yellow 5, Blue 1, Blue 1 Lake, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 2 Lake, Colored with (fruit Juice Concentrates, Spirulina Extract Powder, Beta-Carotene, Turmeric Oleoresin, Vegetable Juice, Beet Juice, Titanium Dioxide).

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

⚠️ Artificial Preservatives ⚠️ Artificial Colours ⚠️ Emulsifiers / Stabilisers ⚠️ Flavour Enhancers ℹ️ Fortified / Enriched

Artificial Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate

Artificial Colours: Red 40, Red 3, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2

Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Carrageenan, Polysorbate 60, Mono- And Diglycerides, Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Stearoyl Lactylate, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Gum Arabic, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Pyrophosphate

Flavour Enhancers: Artificial Flavor

Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Reduced Iron, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.

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📊 % Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of White Cake with Whipped Icing contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories279.8 kcal14%
Total Fat12.0 g15%
Saturated Fat8.0 g40%
Cholesterol15.0 mg5%
Sodium350.3 mg15%
Total Carbohydrate40.0 g15%
Dietary Fiber0.5 g2%
Total Sugars28.0 g56%
Protein3.0 g6%
Calcium20.3 mg2%
Iron1.1 mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ✅ marks ≥20% DV (FDA "good source" threshold); ⭐ marks ≥100% DV (a full day's value).

🔥 Calorie Analysis

White Cake with Whipped Icing accounts for 14% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 57.1% of the calories.

Fat 38.6%
Carbs 57.1%
Fat 38.6% Carbs 57.1% Protein 4.3%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 279.8 calories in White Cake with Whipped Icing? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 21.2 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 48.3 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 30.6 min
HIIT 25.9 min
Swimming (Moderate Intensity) 25.1 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

💬 Nutrition Q&A: White Cake with Whipped Icing

How might White Cake with Whipped Icing affect blood sugar?

With 28g of sugar and minimal fiber (0.5g), this cake will cause a fairly rapid spike in blood sugar. The high simple carb content means there's little to slow down glucose absorption, making it less suitable for people managing blood sugar levels.

Is White Cake with Whipped Icing heart-healthy?

The saturated fat content at 8g per serving is a concern, as is the presence of hydrogenated palm kernel oil. While the cholesterol is relatively low at 15mg, the combination of saturated fat and refined carbs makes this more of an occasional treat than a heart-healthy choice.

Is White Cake with Whipped Icing suitable for people with lactose intolerance?

This cake contains milk derivatives including sodium caseinate and whey, so it's not suitable for people with lactose intolerance.

Is White Cake with Whipped Icing gluten-free?

This cake contains enriched bleached wheat flour as its primary ingredient, so it is not gluten-free.

What should I watch out for with White Cake with Whipped Icing?

This cake is very high in sugar at 28g per serving, which accounts for most of its 40g carbs. It also contains 8g of saturated fat and hydrogenated oils, which aren't ideal for regular consumption. The ingredient list includes artificial colors and preservatives, so moderation is important if you're watching your overall intake of these additives.

Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.

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