Calories in Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes

📏 Serving Size: 3 CUPCAKES (74.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 290.1
  • Total Fat 14.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 5.0 g
  • Cholesterol 20.0 mg
  • Sodium 270.1 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 41.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 1.0 g
  • Sugars 29.0 g
  • Protein 3.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 99.9 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 20.0 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 1.4 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 290.1 calories per serving (3 CUPCAKES (74.0g)), Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 41.0g per serving (54.3% of calories), of which 29.0g are sugars.

🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags

⚠️ 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

Cake [sugar, Water, Bleached Enriched Wheat Flour (flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Soybean Oil, Eggs, Cocoa (processed with Alkali), Vegetable Shortening (palm Oil, Distilled Monoglycerides, Polysorbate 60, Citric Acid), Corn Syrup, Food Starch-Modified, Whey, Vital Wheat Gluten, Salt, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Dextrose, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Propionate and Potassium Sorbate (preservatives), Oleyl Lactylic Acid, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Bicarbonate, Baking Powder (sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Corn Starch, Monocalcium Phosphate), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Sorbitan Monostearate, Polysorbate 60, Propylene Glycol Monoesters, Mono and Diglycerides, Datem, Beta Carotene, Carboxymethylcellulose, Colors (annatto Extract, Turmeric), Yellow 5, Gum Arabic, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phosphoric Acid], Icing [sugar, Vegetable Shortening (palm Oil, Distilled Monoglycerides, Polysorbate 60, Citric Acid), Water, Cocoa (processed with Alkali), Corn Syrup, Glycerin, Corn Starch, Food Starch-Modified, Guar Gum, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Salt, Sorbitan Monostearate, Polysorbate 60, Monoglycerides, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Propionate and Potassium Sorbate (preservatives), Gum Arabic, Citric Acid Xanthan Gum, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Green 3, Blue 1, Red 3], Toppings: [sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Palm Kernel Oil, Corn Starch, Glucose Powder, Cocoa Powder, Soy Lecithin, Artificial Flavor, Gum Arabic, Fd&c Blue 1, Red 3, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Green 3, Salt, Sugar Glaze, Polysorbate 60, Enzymes]

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

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

Artificial Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Propionate

Artificial Colours: Red 40, Red 3, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Fd&C Blue 1, Green 3

Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Monostearate, Mono And Diglycerides, Monoglycerides, Diglycerides, Distilled Monoglycerides, Datem, Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Gum Arabic, Modified Corn Starch, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Pyrophosphate

Flavour Enhancers: Artificial Flavor

Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Beta Carotene

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 Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories290.1 kcal14.5%
Total Fat14.0 g18%
Saturated Fat5.0 g25%
Cholesterol20.0 mg7%
Sodium270.1 mg12%
Total Carbohydrate41.0 g15%
Dietary Fiber1.0 g4%
Total Sugars29.0 g58%
Protein3.0 g6%
Vitamin A99.9 IU2%
Calcium20.0 mg2%
Iron1.4 mg8%

* 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

Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes accounts for 14.5% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 54.3% of the calories.

Fat 41.7%
Carbs 54.3%
Fat 41.7% Carbs 54.3% Protein 4%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 290.1 calories in Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 21.9 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 50.1 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 31.7 min
HIIT 26.9 min
Stationary Bike (High Intensity) 20.5 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

💬 Nutrition Q&A: Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes

How might Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes affect blood sugar?

With 41g of carbs and 29g of sugar but only 1g of fiber, these cupcakes will cause a rapid blood sugar spike. The lack of protein and fiber means there's little to slow down how quickly your body absorbs the sugar.

Is Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes heart-healthy?

Not an ideal choice for heart health. They're high in saturated fat and trans fat (from the vegetable shortening), both of which can raise cholesterol levels, while being very low in fiber and other heart-protective nutrients.

Is Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes suitable for people with lactose intolerance?

These cupcakes contain whey, which is a dairy product, so they're not suitable for people with lactose intolerance.

Is Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes gluten-free?

No—the cake contains bleached enriched wheat flour and vital wheat gluten, making these cupcakes unsuitable for a gluten-free diet.

What should I watch out for with Sprinkles Mini Cupcakes?

These cupcakes pack 29g of sugar in just three pieces—more than half the daily limit for many people. The saturated fat content from palm oil and vegetable shortening adds up quickly, and they contain several artificial food dyes (Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1) that some people prefer to avoid.

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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