🧪 Nutrition Facts
- Calories 270.0
- Total Fat 13.0 g
- Saturated Fat 7.0 g
- Cholesterol 24.8 mg
- Sodium 290.3 mg
- Potassium 39.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 37.0 g
- Dietary Fiber 0.0 g
- Sugars 26.0 g
- Protein 3.0 g
- 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 1.0 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 270.0 calories per serving (1 Serving (75.0g)), Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 37.0g per serving (53.4% of calories), of which 26.0g are sugars.
🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags
Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.
📝 Ingredients
Cake- Sugar, Enriched Bleached Flour (bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Soybean Oil, Eggs, Egg Whites, Modified Corn Starch. Contains 2% or Less of: Nonfat Milk, Salt, Leavening (sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Monocalcium Phosphate), Vital Wheat Gluten, Emulsifiers (sorbitan Monostearate, Mono- and Diglycerides, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Soy Lecithin), Artificial and Natural Flavors, B-Carotene (for Color), Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Gum Acacia. Whipped Icing - Water, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (palm, Palm Kernel, Coconut And/or Cottonseed), Sugar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Dextrose, Sodium Caseinate (a Milk Derivative), Contains Less than 2% of the Following, Polysorbate 60, Carbohydrate Gum, Artificial Flavor, Salt, Potassium Sorbate (to Preserve Freshness), Soy Protein Concentrate, Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids, Xanthan Gum, Lemon Filling-Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Lemon Puree (water, Citric Acid, Sugar, Lemon Pulp Cells. High Fructose Corn Syrup Lemon Juice Concentrate Natural Flavor). Contains 2% or Less of Citric Acid, Gellan Gum, Mono-And Diglycerides, Palm Oil, Polysorbate 60, Preservatives (potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate), Salt, Sodium Citrate, Titanium Dioxide (color), Yellow 5, Yellow 6.
🔬 Ingredient Analysis
Artificial Preservatives: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Artificial Colours: Yellow 5, Yellow 6
Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Monostearate, Mono- And Diglycerides, Diglycerides, Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Gellan Gum, Modified Corn Starch, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Pyrophosphate
Flavour Enhancers: Artificial Flavor, Artificial And Natural Flavors
Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Reduced Iron, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic 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 Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270.0 kcal | 13.5% |
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 24.8 mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 290.3 mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | 52% |
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% |
| Calcium | 20.3 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 39.8 mg | 1% |
* 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
Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling accounts for 13.5% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 53.4% of the calories.
🏃 Exercise Burn Time
How long would it take to burn off the 270.0 calories in Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.
| Exercise | Minutes to Burn |
|---|---|
| Running: 10 minutes per mile | 20.4 min |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 46.6 min |
| Cycling (Low Intensity) | 29.5 min |
| HIIT | 25.0 min |
| Roller Blading | 28.6 min |
Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.
💬 Nutrition Q&A: Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling
How might Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling affect blood sugar?
With 37g of carbohydrates and 26g of sugar in a relatively small 75g serving, this cake will cause a rapid spike in blood sugar. The refined flour and lack of fiber mean your body will process these carbs quickly, potentially leading to a sharp rise followed by a crash.
Is Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling heart-healthy?
The combination of 7g saturated fat and hydrogenated oils makes this less ideal for heart health, particularly given the high sodium level of 290mg in a small serving. The trans fats in the hydrogenated vegetable oil are of particular concern for cardiovascular function.
Is Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
This product is not suitable for those with lactose intolerance. The icing contains sodium caseinate, a milk derivative, and the cake itself lists nonfat milk in its ingredients.
Is Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling gluten-free?
This is not gluten-free, as the cake contains enriched bleached wheat flour and vital wheat gluten as ingredients.
What should I watch out for with Yellow Cake with Whipped Icing & Lemon Filling?
This dessert is quite high in sugar at 26g per serving—nearly two-thirds of a typical daily limit for added sugars. The saturated fat content of 7g is also notable, coming from hydrogenated oils in the icing. If you have sensitivities to artificial additives, this product contains several food dyes (Yellow 5 and Yellow 6) and artificial flavors.
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.
