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Sweet cupcake topped with creamy frosting
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cupcake with cream (65 g) has 254 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.1 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 65 g
254
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
35.1g
· 13% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% 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 56% · Protein 4% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 254 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.68 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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) | 65 g | 254 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 351 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 130 g | 507 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
A cupcake with cream is typically a small, sweet, soft cake finished with frosting, while muffins are usually denser and less sweet. The piped topping is the clearest difference, though muffin recipes and cupcake recipes can sometimes overlap.
A classic frosting for a cupcake with cream is buttercream, made by beating softened butter with powdered sugar. For a lighter topping, whip cold heavy cream instead; keep it chilled because whipped cream softens faster than buttercream.
Bake the cupcakes first, let them cool completely, and then pipe or spread the cream on top. Adding frosting while the cakes are warm makes it melt; a zip-top bag with one corner snipped works if you do not have a piping bag.
Store a cupcake with cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator if its topping contains dairy or whipped cream. Let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving so the cake and frosting soften; keep it away from strong-smelling foods.
Yes, you can freeze a cupcake with cream, but the topping may lose some of its smooth texture after thawing. Wrap each one airtight and thaw it in the refrigerator; for the neatest finish, freeze the cakes and add fresh frosting later.
The frosting on a cupcake with cream often melts because the room is warm, the cake was still hot when frosted, or the cream was too soft. Cool the cakes fully and chill the frosting briefly before piping.
To fill a cupcake with cream, cut or core a small opening in the cooled cake, add a spoonful of filling, and cover the opening with frosting. Jam, chocolate ganache, and pastry cream are common fillings that pair well with vanilla cake.
Yes, you can decorate a cupcake with cream without a piping bag. Spread the frosting with a small knife or spoon, or snip one corner from a sturdy food-safe bag and squeeze gently for a simple piped swirl.
A homemade cupcake with cream lets you choose the ingredients and usually avoids some of the stabilizers and preservatives used in packaged versions. Many packaged cupcakes are ultra-processed, while a simple home recipe is generally less processed.
Serve a cupcake with cream alongside unsweetened coffee or tea to balance its sweetness. Fresh berries also make a good accompaniment, adding a tart, juicy contrast to the soft cake and rich topping.
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.63µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
39µg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
143mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.6µg · 5% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
55mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 254 calories in 1 piece (medium) (65 g):
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A cupcake with cream is a small, individual cake topped with a creamy frosting. Cupcakes became especially popular in the United States and are now familiar at parties, in bakeries and cafés around the world. The cake is usually soft and tender, while the topping adds a smooth, rich sweetness.
It makes a convenient celebratory treat or an occasional snack alongside coffee or tea. Its nutritional profile is led by sugar and fat, with little fibre or protein; a 100 g portion provides 390 kcal. For a less rich serving, choose one with a modest layer of frosting and pair it with an unsweetened drink.
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 4
Ultra-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
— Not 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
4.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.37g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.