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Green Tea Cake Calories
Cake flavored with green tea, typically made with flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and green tea powder (matcha).
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Green Tea Cake (60 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Green Tea Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
204
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
8.4g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 6% · Fat 37%
Green Tea Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.32 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.1 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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Green Tea Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 1020 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Green Tea Cake
What is Green Tea Cake?
Green Tea Cake is a cake flavored with green tea, most often matcha powder. It has a sweet, tender crumb with a mild earthy tea flavor, and its color can range from pale green to deeper olive depending on the tea and baking.
Does Green Tea Cake taste like green tea?
Yes, Green Tea Cake has a green tea flavor, but it is usually softened by sugar, butter, and other cake ingredients. Matcha versions tend to taste more earthy and pronounced than cakes made with brewed green tea.
Can you make Green Tea Cake with regular green tea instead of matcha?
Yes, but loose-leaf green tea or tea bags usually give Green Tea Cake less color and a subtler flavor than matcha. If you use brewed tea, account for its liquid in the recipe so the batter does not become too wet.
How do you make Green Tea Cake?
To make Green Tea Cake, whisk sifted matcha into the dry ingredients or blend it with a little batter before mixing it through. This helps prevent green streaks and clumps; bake using a reliable cake recipe and avoid overbaking, which can dull the color.
Why is my Green Tea Cake bitter?
Green Tea Cake can taste bitter if too much matcha is used or the powder has a particularly sharp flavor. Measure the matcha carefully and balance it with the recipe’s sweetness; adding more powder for a stronger color can make the taste harsh.
Why does Green Tea Cake turn brown after baking?
Green Tea Cake can lose its bright green color in the oven as heat dulls the tea pigments and the crust browns. Fresh matcha, moderate baking, and avoiding an overbrowned top can help the finished cake retain a greener appearance.
Does Green Tea Cake contain caffeine?
Yes, Green Tea Cake can contain caffeine from matcha or green tea powder. The amount varies with the type and quantity used, and baking does not remove all of the caffeine.
What frosting goes well with Green Tea Cake?
Cream cheese frosting, vanilla buttercream, or a light glaze all pair well with Green Tea Cake. A restrained sweetness lets the matcha’s earthy flavor come through, while citrus in a glaze can add a fresh contrast.
How should you store Green Tea Cake?
Store unfrosted Green Tea Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. Refrigerate it if it has a perishable frosting or filling, and let chilled slices sit briefly before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze Green Tea Cake?
Yes, Green Tea Cake freezes well when wrapped airtight after it has cooled completely. Freeze slices separately for easier serving, then thaw them at room temperature while still wrapped to help prevent them from drying out.
Green Tea Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
36µg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Green Tea Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Green Tea Cake
To burn the 204 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 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 Green Tea Cake?
Green Tea Cake is a sweet baked cake usually made with flour, sugar, eggs and butter, with green tea powder—often matcha—providing its flavour. Matcha can give the crumb a green hue, though recipes vary in both colour and how pronounced the tea tastes. The style draws on the use of powdered green tea in Japanese cooking, while the cake itself has many modern variations.
Its tender crumb and gentle sweetness balance matcha’s earthy, slightly grassy bitterness. Depending on where you are, you might find it in a café, serve it with afternoon tea, or enjoy a slice alongside coffee. It is mainly a flour-and-sugar-based treat, with relatively little fibre and protein. For a less sweet pairing, serve Green Tea Cake with unsweetened tea or coffee, and choose a modest slice.
How Nutritious Is Green Tea 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 Green Tea 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 Green Tea Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Green Tea 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
Green Tea Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.