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Chocolate sauce cake Calories
Sweet, energy-dense cake with chocolate sauce
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Chocolate sauce cake (90 g) has 347 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.5 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate sauce cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
347
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
47.5g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 5% · Fat 41%
Chocolate sauce cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 347 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.8 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
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 Chocolate sauce cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 501 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 693 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 770 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 250 g | 963 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate sauce cake
How do you make chocolate sauce cake?
Chocolate sauce cake is made by baking a chocolate-flavoured cake and pouring chocolate sauce over it. For a moist result, prick the warm cake lightly with a skewer and spread the sauce evenly so it can soak into the surface.
When should you pour the sauce over chocolate sauce cake?
Pour the sauce over chocolate sauce cake after baking, while the cake is still warm. Warm, pourable sauce spreads and soaks in more readily; let the cake rest before slicing so the topping has time to settle.
Why is the sauce not soaking into chocolate sauce cake?
Chocolate sauce cake may not absorb its topping if the sauce is too thick or the cake has cooled completely. Prick the warm surface with a skewer and use fluid sauce, spreading it evenly rather than pouring it all into one spot.
What is the difference between chocolate sauce cake and chocolate cake?
Chocolate sauce cake is topped or soaked with chocolate sauce after baking, while chocolate cake may simply have cocoa or chocolate in its batter. Recipes vary, but the added sauce gives this cake its characteristic moist topping.
How do you stop chocolate sauce cake from becoming soggy?
To keep chocolate sauce cake moist rather than soggy, add the sauce gradually and stop once the surface has absorbed enough. A thinner layer of sauce and a fully baked cake help prevent a wet, heavy texture.
Can you use chocolate ganache on chocolate sauce cake?
Yes, you can use chocolate ganache on chocolate sauce cake, but it will create a thicker, richer topping than a pourable sauce. Let the cake cool first if you want the ganache to stay on top instead of soaking in.
Can chocolate sauce cake be served warm?
Yes, chocolate sauce cake can be served warm, especially when its sauce is soft and glossy. For neater slices, allow it to cool until the sauce has settled; serve it as is or with fresh fruit.
How should you store chocolate sauce cake?
Store chocolate sauce cake covered so its surface does not dry out or pick up fridge odours. A cool room is suitable for short-term storage if the topping contains no perishable ingredients; refrigerate it when the sauce or added toppings need it.
Can you freeze chocolate sauce cake?
Yes, chocolate sauce cake can be frozen, although the sauce may change texture slightly after thawing. Wrap individual slices airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and let them come closer to room temperature before serving.
Can you make chocolate sauce cake ahead of time?
Yes, chocolate sauce cake can be made ahead; resting gives the sauce time to soak in and makes the cake easier to slice. Keep it covered after it has cooled, and add any fresh fruit or other toppings just before serving.
Chocolate sauce cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
85.5µg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B12
0.16µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
162mg · 5% DV
Chocolate sauce cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate sauce cake
To burn the 347 calories in 1 slice (medium) (90 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 Chocolate sauce cake?
Chocolate sauce cake is a home-style cake topped with a cocoa or chocolate sauce. Depending on the recipe, the sauce sits on the surface or soaks into the crumb, giving the cake a soft, moist texture. Versions are baked in kitchens and sold by bakeries, and the exact cake base and sauce vary.
In Turkey, it is commonly sliced for tea, served to guests or brought out for celebrations; elsewhere, it fits naturally alongside coffee or as a simple dessert. It is sweet and energy-dense, with 385 calories per 100 g. A modest slice is satisfying, and fresh fruit or unsweetened tea can balance its richness.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate sauce 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 Chocolate sauce 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 Chocolate sauce cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate sauce 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
Chocolate sauce cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.49g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 57:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (57:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.