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A cocoa-flavored, sweet, energy-dense cake.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cocoa firecracker cake (80 g) has 312 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.8 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
312
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
42.8g
· 16% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.08 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 256 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 110 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 546 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 624 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
A cocoa firecracker cake is a cocoa-flavoured cake decorated to look like a firecracker or fireworks. The name does not refer to one fixed traditional recipe, so the cake layers, filling and decorations can vary.
Bake a cocoa cake, let it cool completely, then cover or fill it with frosting or ganache. Add colorful icing or edible decorations to create the firecracker effect; decorating a warm cake can make the frosting melt.
No, a cocoa firecracker cake should not contain real fireworks. The firecracker is a visual theme created with edible decorations; never put pyrotechnics or non-food objects into a cake.
A cocoa firecracker cake is named for its firecracker-style appearance, often created with bright colors or a burst-shaped decoration. The name describes the presentation, not a special ingredient in the cake.
Yes, popping candy can be added to a cocoa firecracker cake for a crackling effect, but keep it dry and add it shortly before serving. Moist frosting can make the candy lose its pop.
Chocolate buttercream, vanilla frosting and chocolate ganache all pair well with cocoa firecracker cake. Vanilla or brightly colored frosting makes the firecracker decorations stand out against the dark cocoa crumb.
Cocoa firecracker cake is usually a chocolate or cocoa cake presented with a firecracker theme. Its defining feature is the decoration rather than a unique baking method or a required difference in the cake batter.
Yes, bake the cocoa firecracker cake layers a day ahead and keep them wrapped once cool. Add frosting and decorations closer to serving time, especially if they include crisp candy or colorful sprinkles.
Keep cocoa firecracker cake covered after it has cooled, and avoid overbaking it. If assembling it in layers, a thin spread of frosting between the layers helps retain moisture without making the cake soggy.
Yes, freeze undecorated cocoa firecracker cake layers tightly wrapped, then thaw them in the refrigerator before frosting. Avoid freezing delicate candy decorations or whipped toppings, which may soften or lose their shape.
Vitamins
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Folate
44µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.56µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
92mg · 13% DV
Sodium
256mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 312 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Served by the slice, Cocoa firecracker cake is a sweet cake made with cocoa-flavoured batter. The name does not point to a clearly established regional recipe or place of origin, so it is best understood as a cocoa cake rather than a traditional dish with a specific heritage.
Its soft crumb and chocolatey taste make it suited to an afternoon snack, dessert, or a treat shared with guests. Depending on where you live, it pairs naturally with tea or coffee. It is energy-dense, with more of its calories coming from carbohydrate and fat than from protein; a 100 g portion provides 390 calories. For a lighter serving, have a smaller slice alongside unsweetened tea or coffee.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
4.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.