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A small, domed brown cupcake sits in a pleated paper liner, its surface and cut crumb showing scattered dark, glossy pieces of date.

Date Cup Cake Calories

Moist cupcake with dates, sweet and soft

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

330kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

160mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.6g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Date Cup Cake (60 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Date Cup Cake Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

198

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

34.2g

· 12% DV

Protein

2.5g

· 5% DV

Fat

5.7g

· 7% 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 69% · Protein 5% · Fat 26%

Date Cup Cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories198 kcal
Total fat5.7 g7%
Saturated fat1.26 g6%
Trans fat0.03 g
Sodium108 mg5%
Total carbohydrate34.2 g12%
Fiber1.6 g6%
Protein2.5 g5%

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 Medium Date Cup Cake?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g198 kcal
1 piece (mini)30 g99 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g132 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g198 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g297 kcal
100 g100 g330 kcal
2 piece (double)120 g396 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)120 g396 kcal

Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Date Cup Cake

How do you make a date cupcake?

To make a date cupcake, chop or mash pitted dates and fold them into a cupcake batter made with flour, egg, fat, and your chosen flavorings. Divide the batter among cupcake cases and bake until the centers are set.

What makes a date cupcake moist?

Dates help keep a date cupcake moist because they soften in the batter and hold onto moisture as the cake bakes. Using very dry dates can make them harder to blend in, so soften them briefly in warm water and drain them first.

Can you use Medjool dates in a date cupcake?

Yes, Medjool dates work well in a date cupcake because they are soft, large, and easy to mash. Remove the pits before measuring or blending them, and reduce them to a paste if you want the date flavor evenly spread through the cake.

Should dates be blended or chopped for a date cupcake?

Either works: blended dates give a smoother, more evenly sweetened date cupcake, while chopped dates leave chewy fruit pieces in the crumb. If you chop them, cut them small so they are less likely to collect at the bottom.

Why do dates sink in a date cupcake?

Dates can sink in a date cupcake when the pieces are large, sticky, or too heavy for a thin batter. Chop them finely, drain any soaking water, and fold them in gently just before portioning the batter.

Can you make a date cupcake without eggs?

Yes, you can make an egg-free date cupcake by using a suitable baking substitute, such as a commercial egg replacer or a recipe designed for mashed fruit. Choose a tested recipe, since dates add moisture but do not reliably replace eggs’ structure.

What spices go well in a date cupcake?

Cinnamon is a classic match for a date cupcake; ginger, cardamom, and a little nutmeg also complement the fruit’s rich, caramel-like flavor. Add the spices to the dry ingredients so they distribute evenly through the batter.

What frosting goes best with a date cupcake?

Cream cheese frosting is a popular topping for a date cupcake because its mild tang balances the dates’ sweetness. For a simpler finish, use a light vanilla buttercream or dust the cooled cakes with cinnamon.

How should you store a date cupcake?

Store an unfrosted date cupcake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, and refrigerate cupcakes topped with perishable frosting. Let refrigerated cupcakes sit briefly at room temperature before serving for a softer texture.

Can you freeze a date cupcake?

Yes, a date cupcake freezes well once completely cool. Wrap each cake individually and place them in a sealed freezer container; freeze unfrosted cupcakes if possible, then thaw them while still wrapped to help prevent drying.

Date Cup Cake Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

B5

0.18mg · 4% DV

B1

0.04mg · 3% DV

B6

0.05mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.05mg · 6% DV

Sodium

108mg · 5% DV

Phosphorus

31mg · 4% DV

Iron

0.66mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

96mg · 3% DV

Date Cup Cake Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

22.2
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Date Cup Cake

To burn the 198 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

49min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

20min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

27min

Cycling

🏊

23min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Date Cup Cake?

A date cup cake is a small, individually baked cake made with dates folded into the batter. The fruit lends sweetness and keeps the crumb moist, while the cake itself is a familiar bakery-style treat rather than a dish tied to one specific place of origin.

Expect a soft texture and a rich, sweet date flavour. It works as an occasional snack with tea or coffee, or as a simple dessert after a meal; in date-growing regions, dates are also a familiar flavour in home baking. With 57 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is best thought of as a sweet treat, not a filling everyday staple. Choose a smaller piece if you want a lighter serving.

How Nutritious Is Date Cup Cake?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

26/ 100

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 Date Cup 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 Date Cup Cake Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Date Cup Cake Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Date Cup Cake Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.26g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.62g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.02g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.