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Lighter moist-style cake
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Healthy moist cake (70 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.7 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 101.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 70 g
172
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
20.7g
· 8% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 14% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.82 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.7 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% |
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) | 70 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 233 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 140 g | 343 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 250 g | 613 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 500 g | 1225 kcal |
Calculated from 245 calories per 100 g.
Healthy moist cake is made by mixing the wet and dry ingredients just until combined, baking the batter, and letting the cake cool before serving. Yogurt, fruit purée, or a little oil can help keep the crumb tender without making it greasy.
Ingredients such as yogurt, mashed banana, or applesauce add moisture to healthy moist cake. Measuring flour carefully and avoiding overbaking matter just as much; too much flour or extra time in the oven can leave the cake dry.
Yes, healthy moist cake can be made without added sugar. Mashed ripe banana or date purée can add sweetness, but they also change the cake’s moisture and texture, so adjust the other wet ingredients rather than swapping them in blindly.
Yes, oat flour works in healthy moist cake, though it can make the crumb denser than wheat flour. Use finely ground oats, mix the batter gently, and check the center as it bakes because the texture may differ from a standard cake.
Healthy moist cake is often gummy in the middle because it is underbaked or contains too much liquid. Test the center with a toothpick before taking it out; moist crumbs are fine, but wet batter means it needs more oven time.
Yes, applesauce can replace some of the oil in healthy moist cake, but replacing all of it may make the crumb dense or rubbery. Start by replacing only part of the oil and keep an eye on the cake as it bakes.
Healthy moist cake is done when the center has set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs rather than liquid batter. The surface should spring back gently when touched; avoid waiting until the cake looks completely dry.
Store healthy moist cake in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially if it has a milk-based sauce or dairy in the recipe. Letting a slice sit out briefly before serving can soften its texture again.
Yes, healthy moist cake freezes well when wrapped tightly in individual slices or sealed in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator; a cake with sauce may be softer after defrosting, but it is still suitable to serve.
Healthy moist cake does not cause weight loss by itself. It can fit into a weight-loss eating plan as a portioned dessert, but the name “healthy” does not guarantee that every recipe is low in energy or filling.
Vitamins
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B5
0.34mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
147mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Healthy moist cake is a lighter take on the Turkish-style ıslak kek, a cocoa cake made tender by pouring sauce over it after baking. Recipes vary, but the batter commonly includes flour, eggs and dairy, while the topping gives the crumb its characteristic soft, damp texture. “Fit” versions may adjust the sweetener or fat, so the exact ingredients depend on the recipe.
Serve it in slices with tea or coffee as an afternoon treat or dessert. It has some protein and fibre, but it is still best enjoyed as a sweet rather than treated as an everyday staple. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and skip extra sauce, cream or ice cream.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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
1.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.