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Cocoa Zebra Cake Calories
Cocoa-flavored marbled sweet cake
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Cocoa Zebra Cake (70 g) has 267 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.7 g of carbs, 3.9 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cocoa Zebra Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
267
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
36.7g
· 13% DV
Protein
3.9g
· 8% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%
Cocoa Zebra Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 267 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.57 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 196 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.9 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 Cocoa Zebra Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 70 g | 267 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 267 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 85 g | 325 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 458 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 688 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cocoa Zebra Cake
What is Cocoa Zebra Cake?
Cocoa Zebra Cake is a marbled cake made by alternating plain and cocoa-flavoured batters in a pan. The contrasting rings form as the batters spread and bake, giving each slice its characteristic zebra-like pattern.
How do you make the zebra stripes in Cocoa Zebra Cake?
Make the stripes by spooning plain and cocoa batters alternately into the centre of the pan. Add each spoonful on top of the previous one without swirling; the batter spreads outward into rings that show in the baked slices.
Why does Cocoa Zebra Cake lose its striped pattern?
Cocoa Zebra Cake can lose its stripes if the batters have very different consistencies or are stirred together in the pan. Keep them similarly pourable, alternate them in the same spot, and avoid using a skewer to marble the surface.
What is the difference between Cocoa Zebra Cake and marble cake?
Cocoa Zebra Cake gets its neat rings from alternating spoonfuls of contrasting batter in the pan. Marble cake is usually made by swirling the two batters together, so its slices have irregular veins rather than repeated stripes.
Can you make Cocoa Zebra Cake without cocoa powder?
Yes, but without cocoa powder it will no longer have the contrasting cocoa-and-plain stripes that define Cocoa Zebra Cake. You can divide the batter and flavour one portion with another dry ingredient, but the result will have a different taste and colour.
Why is my Cocoa Zebra Cake dense or unevenly baked?
Cocoa Zebra Cake may turn dense if its batter is overmixed or its raising agent is ineffective; uneven layers can also bake differently. Mix only until combined, use fresh raising agent, and make sure the two batters have similar consistency.
Can Cocoa Zebra Cake be baked in a loaf pan?
Yes, Cocoa Zebra Cake can be baked in a loaf pan, provided it is large enough for the batter to rise without overflowing. Alternate the batters in the centre as usual, and check the middle for doneness before taking the cake out.
How should you serve Cocoa Zebra Cake?
Serve Cocoa Zebra Cake sliced at room temperature, when its crumb is soft and its stripes are easy to see. It works well with tea or coffee, and fresh fruit can be served alongside it without covering up the cocoa flavour.
How long does Cocoa Zebra Cake keep, and how should you store it?
Store Cocoa Zebra Cake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place so it stays moist. Refrigerate it in warm conditions or when keeping it longer; let chilled slices come back to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze Cocoa Zebra Cake?
Yes, Cocoa Zebra Cake freezes well when wrapped tightly to protect it from drying out and absorbing freezer odours. Freeze it whole or in individual slices, then thaw it in the refrigerator before serving.
Cocoa Zebra Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.27µg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Folate
39.2µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
9.24µg · 17% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Sodium
196mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
Cocoa Zebra Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cocoa Zebra Cake
To burn the 267 calories in 1 slice (medium) (70 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 Cocoa Zebra Cake?
Cocoa Zebra Cake is a home-style cake made by alternating plain and cocoa-flavoured batter in a tin. When sliced, the contrasting batters reveal stripes or swirls, and the crumb is usually soft and tender. It is a familiar baking style rather than a dish tied to one particular place.
Serve a slice with tea or coffee, as an afternoon treat, or alongside other cakes at a casual gathering. Its sweet cocoa flavour is balanced by the milder plain cake, making it an easy crowd-pleaser. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively little protein. For a lighter serving, cut thinner slices and pair them with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Cocoa Zebra 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 Cocoa Zebra 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 Cocoa Zebra Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cocoa Zebra 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
Cocoa Zebra Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.