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Homemade, flour-based, moderately energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Homemade bread cake (45 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.8 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 45 g
140
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
23.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 9% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.95 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.2 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 65 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 279 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 558 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
Homemade bread cake is a cake baked in a loaf-like shape and sliced for serving. It is made from a flour-based batter; despite the name, it is not necessarily bread pudding made from leftover bread.
Homemade bread cake is made by combining the recipe’s wet and dry ingredients, transferring the batter to a loaf tin, and baking it through. Mix only until combined to help keep the crumb tender.
No. Homemade bread cake is generally baked from a flour-based batter, while bread pudding is usually made by soaking pieces of bread in a custard mixture and baking them. The two have different textures and methods.
Homemade bread cake can turn dense if the batter is overmixed, the raising agent is no longer effective, or too much flour is added. Measure ingredients as the recipe directs and mix just until incorporated.
Homemade bread cake is done when a skewer inserted into the centre comes out without wet batter. If the top browns before the middle cooks, cover it loosely and continue baking until the centre is set.
A crack on homemade bread cake is usually a normal result of the top setting while the centre continues to rise. It does not mean the cake has failed; check the centre for doneness before taking it out.
Homemade bread cake is commonly made with plain all-purpose flour. Bread flour can produce a chewier, firmer result, so use it only when the particular recipe calls for it.
Let homemade bread cake cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Sealing it while warm traps steam and can make the surface damp.
Yes, homemade bread cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after cooling. Freeze it whole or in slices, then thaw the amount you need at room temperature while still wrapped to limit drying.
Homemade bread cake pairs well with tea or coffee and can be served plain or with fruit. If it is sweet, a lightly flavoured drink or fresh fruit balances the serving without overwhelming it.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B3
0.86mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade bread cake is a home-baked, flour-based loaf with a texture between bread and cake. Recipes vary, so it may be more or less sweet, but it is usually sliced and served as a simple bake rather than assembled like a layered cake. It works for breakfast or an afternoon tea break, and can be paired with fruit or a little jam.
It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and is moderately energy-dense, with 310 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller slice and have it with fresh fruit or 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 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
0.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 65:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (65:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.