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Beetroot cake Calories
Sweet cake made with beetroot
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Beetroot cake (80 g) has 286 calories. That works out to 358 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.9 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 8.6 µg of Selenium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Beetroot cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
286
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
41.9g
· 15% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
Beetroot cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 2.68 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Beetroot cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 80 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 233 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 537 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 644 kcal |
Calculated from 358 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beetroot cake
Does beetroot cake taste like beetroot?
Beetroot cake usually has a mild beetroot flavour rather than a strongly earthy one. Cocoa, spices and sweeteners can make that flavour less noticeable, while the beetroot mainly contributes moisture and colour to the cake.
Why put beetroot in beetroot cake?
Beetroot helps make beetroot cake moist and tender, and it can deepen the cake’s colour. It also pairs well with chocolate. The vegetable adds flavour, but it does not replace the sugar or fat that make a cake a dessert.
How do you make beetroot cake?
Beetroot cake is made by mixing grated or puréed beetroot into cake batter, usually with flour, eggs, sugar and fat. Some recipes add cocoa or chocolate. Follow the recipe’s directions on whether the beetroot should be raw, cooked or puréed.
Can you use raw beetroot in beetroot cake?
Yes, raw beetroot can be grated and mixed into beetroot cake batter. Finely grated beetroot softens as the cake bakes and gives it texture. Some recipes call for cooked beetroot purée instead, which blends more smoothly, so use the form specified.
Is beetroot cake usually made with chocolate?
Many beetroot cake recipes include cocoa or chocolate, but it is not essential. Chocolate complements beetroot’s earthy flavour and gives the cake a familiar chocolate-cake taste, while beetroot helps keep the crumb moist.
How do you keep beetroot cake moist?
Beetroot itself helps keep beetroot cake moist because it adds water to the batter. Measure the ingredients accurately and avoid overbaking; take the cake out when a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
How should you store beetroot cake?
Store plain beetroot cake in an airtight container in a cool place, and refrigerate it if it has a cream-cheese or other perishable frosting. Cover cut surfaces to slow drying, and bring chilled cake closer to room temperature before serving.
Can you freeze beetroot cake?
Yes, beetroot cake freezes well when wrapped tightly. Freeze it whole or in slices once completely cool, and thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature while still wrapped. Frosted cake may lose some texture after thawing.
What frosting goes with beetroot cake?
Cream-cheese frosting is a popular topping for beetroot cake because its slight tang balances the cake’s sweetness. Chocolate ganache or a simple dusting of icing sugar also works, depending on whether you want a richer or lighter finish.
Is beetroot cake healthy?
Beetroot cake contains beetroot, which adds some fibre and moisture, but it is still a cake and commonly contains sugar and fat. Adding beetroot does not make it equivalent to eating a serving of vegetables.
Beetroot cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
3.28µg · 11% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.64µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
134mg · 4% DV
Beetroot cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beetroot cake
To burn the 286 calories in 1 slice (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Beetroot cake?
Beetroot cake is made by mixing grated or puréed beetroot into a cake batter, usually with flour, eggs, sugar and fat. It has no single place of origin or fixed recipe: home bakers and cafés adapt it with additions such as cocoa or warm spices. The beetroot gives the crumb a moist, tender texture and a subtle earthy note, rather than making the cake taste strongly of vegetables.
Serve a slice with tea or coffee as an afternoon treat, or as a simple dessert after a meal. It is still a sweet, carbohydrate-rich cake, while the beetroot contributes some moisture and fibre. For a lighter serving, cut modest slices and pair them with plain yogurt or unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Beetroot cake?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Beetroot cake Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Beetroot cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Beetroot cake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Beetroot cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.