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Small cupcake Calories
Small portion sweet baked dessert
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Small cupcake (45 g) has 175 calories. That works out to 389 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.6 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 7.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 3.8 µg of Selenium covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Small cupcake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 45 g
175
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
25.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
7.3g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 5% · Fat 37%
Small cupcake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 175 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.3 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.21 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 116 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 Small cupcake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 175 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 22.5 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 292 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 350 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 389 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 389 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small cupcake
How do you make small cupcakes from scratch?
To make small cupcakes from scratch, mix a simple cake batter, divide it among lined mini muffin wells, and bake until the centers spring back when lightly touched. Let them cool completely before adding frosting.
What is the difference between a small cupcake and a muffin?
A small cupcake is usually a sweet, fine-crumb cake topped with frosting, while a muffin is often less sweet and may contain fruit, nuts, or grains. The distinction is mostly in the batter and how each is served.
How do you keep small cupcakes moist?
Avoid overmixing the batter and take small cupcakes out of the oven as soon as they are baked through. Cool them fully, then store them in an airtight container; leaving them uncovered makes them dry out faster.
Can you freeze small cupcakes?
Yes, small cupcakes freeze well, especially without frosting. Once cool, wrap them individually and seal them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw them at room temperature while still wrapped, then frost after they have softened.
Why do small cupcakes sink in the middle?
Small cupcakes often sink when the oven door is opened too early, the batter is overmixed, or the leavening agent is old. Keep the oven closed until they are nearly done and measure the raising ingredients carefully.
How do you frost small cupcakes neatly?
Use a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip to frost small cupcakes neatly. Make sure the cakes are completely cool, then pipe from the outside toward the center; a small amount of frosting is enough for each.
How do you stop small cupcakes from sticking to the liners?
Let small cupcakes cool before peeling away the liners, since warm cake is more likely to cling. Using fresh, good-quality baking liners and avoiding overbaking also helps the cake release cleanly.
Can you fill small cupcakes with jam or chocolate?
Yes, small cupcakes can be filled with jam, chocolate spread, or pastry cream. After they cool, remove a small plug from the center, add a little filling, and cover the opening with the cake piece or frosting.
How full should you fill small cupcake liners?
Fill small cupcake liners about two-thirds full so the batter has room to rise without spilling over. Keep the portions even across the pan so the cupcakes bake at a similar rate.
How can you tell when small cupcakes are done baking?
Small cupcakes are done when their tops spring back lightly after a touch and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs. Check them early, since their small size means they can overbake quickly.
Small cupcake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
35.1µg · 4% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.83µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Sodium
116mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Small cupcake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small cupcake
To burn the 175 calories in 1 piece (small) (45 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 Small cupcake?
A small cupcake is an individual portion of cake, usually baked in a paper case from a batter of flour, sugar, eggs and fat. It may be finished with frosting or other sweet decorations, and the single-serving style is closely associated with American baking.
Its soft, airy crumb and sweet flavour make it a familiar treat with tea or coffee, at birthdays, or as a bakery snack in many parts of the world. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate and fat, with relatively little fibre and protein; a typical small piece weighs about 45 g. For a less rich treat, choose one without frosting or enjoy it alongside fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Small cupcake?
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 Small cupcake 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 Small cupcake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Small cupcake 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
Small cupcake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.21g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 83:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (83:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.