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Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Calories
Colorful, sugary butterfly cake decoration
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) (10 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g
40
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
9.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 0% · Fat 2%
Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 Tablespoon of Cake decoration (butterfly shaped)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 20 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 50 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cake decoration (butterfly shaped)
Are butterfly-shaped cake decorations edible?
Butterfly-shaped cake decorations made and sold as food decorations are edible, but some butterfly toppers are only decorative. Use one on food only when its packaging identifies it as edible.
Can butterfly-shaped cake decorations go in the oven?
No, add butterfly-shaped cake decorations after baking rather than putting them in the oven. Heat can melt sugary pieces, distort their shape, or alter their colours.
What icing works best with butterfly-shaped cake decorations?
Buttercream gives butterfly-shaped cake decorations a good surface to sit on because it stays soft enough to hold them in place. For a firmer finish, use a small dab of edible decorating gel.
Will butterfly-shaped cake decorations bleed colour onto frosting?
They can, especially on moist frosting or whipped cream, where sugar decorations may soften and their colours may spread. Add butterfly-shaped cake decorations shortly before serving for a sharper finish.
How do you arrange butterfly-shaped cake decorations on a cake?
Arrange butterfly-shaped cake decorations in a loose trail from one side of the cake toward the top for a flying effect. Turn some pieces in different directions so the design looks less repetitive.
Can butterfly-shaped cake decorations be used on cookies?
Yes, butterfly-shaped cake decorations work on cookies when the icing or melted chocolate is still slightly tacky. Press each piece gently into the surface so it stays in place as it sets.
How do you attach butterfly-shaped cake decorations to fondant?
Attach butterfly-shaped cake decorations to fondant with a tiny dab of edible glue or piping gel. Use as little as possible; excess moisture can soften sugary pieces or leave a visible mark.
How should butterfly-shaped cake decorations be stored after opening?
Keep butterfly-shaped cake decorations in a tightly sealed, dry container away from heat and humidity. Moisture can make the pieces sticky, clump them together, or blur their colours.
Can butterfly-shaped cake decorations be made at home?
Yes, you can pipe melted chocolate into butterfly outlines on baking paper to make homemade butterfly-shaped cake decorations. Let them set completely before lifting them, since thin wings break easily.
When should you put butterfly-shaped cake decorations on a whipped-cream cake?
Put butterfly-shaped cake decorations on a whipped-cream cake just before serving. Whipped cream is moist, so leaving sugary decorations on it for a long time can soften them and cause colour to run.
Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.2mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.05mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.05mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.1mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.1mg · 0% DV
Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cake decoration (butterfly shaped)
To burn the 40 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 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 Cake decoration (butterfly shaped)?
A cake decoration (butterfly shaped) is a colourful, sugary topping made in small butterfly forms for cakes, cupcakes and biscuits. It is used to add a playful finish to homemade bakes and celebration cakes, rather than as a treat to eat on its own.
Its sweet flavour and crisp bite stand out against soft icing or cream. In the United States, the United Kingdom and elsewhere, butterfly-shaped decorations are commonly added to birthday cakes, cupcakes and party biscuits; they can also brighten bakes served with tea or coffee. Nutritionally, this is almost entirely a source of carbohydrate, with 98 g per 100 g. A little goes a long way, so use a light sprinkle if you want to keep the overall sweetness in check, or pair it with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Cake decoration (butterfly shaped)?
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 Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) 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
Cake decoration (butterfly shaped) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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