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Sweet coconut-flavored cake
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Coconut Vanilla Cake (80 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 368 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
294
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
24.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 7% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 294 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 8.16 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 236 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 slice (medium) | 80 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 166 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 60 g | 221 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 368 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 442 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 552 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 589 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 810 kcal |
Calculated from 368 calories per 100 g.
Coconut Vanilla Cake is made with flour, eggs, sugar, milk, oil or butter, baking powder, vanilla and shredded coconut. Mix the wet and dry ingredients separately, combine them gently, and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Coconut Vanilla Cake can turn dense if the batter is overmixed, too much coconut is added, or the raising agent is no longer effective. Fold the dry ingredients in just until combined, and avoid packing extra coconut into the measuring cup.
To keep Coconut Vanilla Cake moist, avoid overbaking it and stop mixing once the flour disappears into the batter. Let the cake cool, then store it in an airtight container; a thick layer of shredded coconut can absorb moisture and make it seem dry.
Yes, fresh coconut works in Coconut Vanilla Cake, though its moisture and texture differ from dried shredded coconut. Grate it finely and drain excess liquid before adding it, so the batter does not become unexpectedly wet or heavy.
Cream cheese frosting pairs well with Coconut Vanilla Cake because its gentle tang balances the sweet coconut and vanilla. A simple vanilla glaze or whipped cream also works; add frosting only after the cake has cooled completely.
Store Coconut Vanilla Cake in an airtight container at room temperature if the room is cool. If it has a perishable cream or cream-cheese topping, refrigerate it instead, then let it warm slightly before serving for a softer crumb.
Yes, Coconut Vanilla Cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after it has cooled completely. Freeze it plain rather than with a delicate cream topping, and thaw it while still wrapped to help keep the surface from drying out.
Yes, coconut milk can replace dairy milk in Coconut Vanilla Cake, and it gives the cake a fuller coconut flavor. Use an unsweetened version so the sweetness stays balanced; the finished crumb may be slightly richer than with regular milk.
Coconut can sink in Coconut Vanilla Cake when the shreds are coarse or the batter is very thin. Use finely shredded coconut and fold it in gently; avoid adding far more than the recipe calls for, since that can weigh down the batter.
Coconut Vanilla Cake goes well with fresh berries, sliced mango, tea or coffee. A spoonful of lightly sweetened yogurt or whipped cream makes it a more substantial dessert, while serving it plain keeps the coconut and vanilla flavors prominent.
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.36µg · 11% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
77mg · 11% DV
Sodium
236mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Coconut Vanilla Cake is a home-style baked cake, usually made with flour, sugar, eggs and fat, with shredded coconut and vanilla flavouring mixed into the batter. It is a familiar cake style rather than a dish tied to one particular place, and recipes vary in how much coconut they use.
The crumb is generally soft, with a sweet vanilla aroma and the distinct, slightly chewy flavour of coconut. It is served as a teatime or coffee-break treat, or as a simple dessert for gatherings. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with relatively little protein and fibre. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and pair it with fresh fruit or unsweetened tea.
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
8.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.