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A round cake with a very dark brown, nearly black, unevenly cracked top and sides, its cut surface showing a lighter, soft, porous crumb.

Burnt cake Calories

Cake with burnt exterior, high in sugar and refined carbs

CALORIES · 100 G

385kcal

GI

68medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Burnt cake (80 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.2 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Burnt cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g

308

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

46.2g

· 17% DV

Protein

4.3g

· 9% DV

Fat

12.2g

· 16% DV

Fiber

0.9g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 6% · Fat 35%

Burnt cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories308 kcal
Total fat12.2 g16%
Saturated fat3.68 g18%
Trans fat0.1 g
Sodium256 mg11%
Total carbohydrate46.2 g17%
Fiber0.9 g3%
Protein4.3 g9%

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 Burnt cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)80 g308 kcal
1 piece (small)30 g116 kcal
1 slice (thin)40 g154 kcal
100 g100 g385 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g385 kcal
1 slice (thick)120 g462 kcal
1 piece (large)150 g578 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g693 kcal

Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Burnt cake

Why is my burnt cake raw in the middle?

A burnt cake that is still raw in the middle was likely baked at too high a temperature. The outside sets and darkens before heat reaches the center. Lower the oven temperature and allow more time, checking the middle with a skewer.

How do you fix a burnt cake?

You can rescue a burnt cake if the damage is limited to its surface: trim away the dark, bitter crust and use the remaining cake. Crumble the good parts into a trifle or layer them with fruit and cream if they have dried out.

Can you eat burnt cake?

A lightly browned cake is fine to eat, but cut away black, charred sections because they taste bitter. If the cake is badly charred throughout or you cannot separate the burnt parts, discard it rather than serving it.

Why does the top of my burnt cake burn before it is done?

The top of a cake can burn while the center is still baking if the oven runs hot or the pan sits too high. Move the pan to the middle rack, check the oven temperature, and loosely cover the top with foil once it has browned.

How do you keep a cake from burning in the oven?

To keep a cake from burning, use the temperature and rack position specified in the recipe, and avoid placing the pan directly above a heating element. Dark metal pans absorb more heat, so check the cake earlier when using one.

Why is my burnt cake black on the bottom?

A cake that is burnt underneath may be too close to the lower heating element, or baked in a dark pan that heats quickly. Bake it on the middle rack; placing an empty baking sheet on the rack below can soften the direct heat.

Can you cut the burnt part off a cake?

Yes, you can cut the burnt part off a cake if the remaining crumb is not bitter or charred. Use a serrated knife to trim the top, sides, or base, removing enough to get past the dark crust.

Why does my cake taste bitter after it burns?

A burnt cake tastes bitter because its sugars and other ingredients have browned too far and charred. Frosting may mask some bitterness but will not remove it; trim the burnt areas, and discard the cake if the bitter flavor runs through it.

Can you freeze burnt cake?

You can freeze the unburnt portions of a cake after trimming away charred areas and letting the cake cool completely. Wrap slices tightly to prevent them from drying out, then thaw them at room temperature before serving.

What can you make with leftover burnt cake?

Use leftover cake only if its unburnt portions taste pleasant. Crumble them into a layered dessert with custard or fruit, or roll them into cake balls; remove blackened, bitter pieces first so the burnt flavor does not spread.

Burnt cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.14mg · 11% DV

Biotin

3.2µg · 11% DV

Vitamin A

76µg · 8% DV

B12

0.14µg · 6% DV

Minerals

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Sodium

256mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

74mg · 11% DV

Manganese

0.14mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

94mg · 3% DV

Burnt cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

31.2
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Burnt cake

To burn the 308 calories in 1 slice (medium) (80 g):

🚶

76min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

31min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

42min

Cycling

🏊

36min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Burnt cake?

Burnt cake is an overbaked cake with a darkened outer crust, usually made from flour, sugar and a raising agent. It is not tied to one particular regional recipe: the name commonly describes a cake that has spent too long in the oven, whether baked at home or bought from a bakery. The outside can taste dry and bitter, while the middle may remain soft or turn dry depending on how far it has baked.

In many places, it is served by the slice with tea or coffee, as an everyday treat rather than a special dessert. Nutritionally, it is mainly a source of sugar and refined carbohydrates, with little fibre. Pair a modest slice with fresh fruit or plain yoghurt, and trim away any very dark, bitter crust if you prefer a milder taste.

How Nutritious Is Burnt cake?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

15/ 100

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 Burnt 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 Burnt cake Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Burnt 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

Burnt cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.68g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.88g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.68g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 76:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (76:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.