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Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Calories
Homemade cake made with butter and cocoa
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake (65 g) has 250 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.8 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 65 g
250
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
33.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 6% · Fat 41%
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (65 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 6.63 g | 33% |
| Trans fat | 0.31 g | |
| Sodium | 189 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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 Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 65 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 366 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 130 g | 501 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 693 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake
How do you make Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake is made by mixing beaten eggs and sugar with melted, cooled butter and milk, then folding in flour, cocoa, and baking powder. Pour the batter into a prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven until the center is set.
Why does Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake sink in the middle?
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake can sink if the oven door is opened too early, the batter contains too much leavening, or the center is underbaked. Let the cake set before checking it, and test the center with a toothpick near the end of baking.
What kind of cocoa should you use for Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Unsweetened natural cocoa powder is a reliable choice for Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake because it gives the batter a clear cocoa flavor without adding extra sugar. Dutch-process cocoa can also work, but follow the recipe’s leavening amounts rather than swapping cocoa types blindly.
Can you make Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake with oil instead of butter?
Yes, oil can replace butter in Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake, but the texture and flavor will change: oil tends to make the crumb moister, while butter adds a richer taste. Use a cake recipe designed for oil, since the two fats do not behave identically.
How do you keep cocoa from clumping in Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Sift the cocoa with the flour and other dry ingredients before adding them to Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake batter. This breaks up compacted cocoa and helps distribute it evenly, so the baked cake is less likely to have bitter, dry pockets.
Should the butter be melted for Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Use the form of butter specified by the Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake recipe. Melted butter is common in simple, moist cake batters; softened butter is usually beaten with sugar to incorporate air. If using melted butter, cool it before mixing it with eggs.
How can you tell when Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake is done baking?
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake is ready when a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs. Because cocoa makes the surface dark, color alone is an unreliable test; avoid waiting for the top to look pale or golden.
How long does Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake keep?
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake keeps for a few days at room temperature when fully cooled and stored in an airtight container away from heat. If it has frosting or a perishable filling, refrigerate it instead and allow a slice to warm slightly before serving.
Can you freeze Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Yes, Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after cooling. Freeze it whole or in individual slices, and thaw it while still wrapped at room temperature to help prevent the surface from drying out.
What can you add to Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake for extra flavor?
Vanilla, orange zest, or chopped chocolate can add a distinct flavor to Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake. Stir additions into the batter evenly, but avoid adding a large amount of extra ingredients, which can weigh down the cake or affect its baking.
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
94.25µg · 10% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.73µg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Selenium
8.13µg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
83mg · 12% DV
Sodium
189mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
133mg · 4% DV
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake
To burn the 250 calories in 1 slice (medium) (65 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 Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake?
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake is a home-baked cake made with cocoa and butter mixed into a simple batter and baked until set. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, but the cake is typically tender and fragrant, with a familiar chocolatey flavour rather than the richness of a frosted dessert.
It works well as an afternoon treat with tea or coffee, or as a simple dessert after a meal. Its carbohydrate and fat content make it energy-dense, while protein is comparatively modest. For a lighter serving, cut a smaller slice and pair it with fresh fruit instead of adding frosting or another sweet topping.
How Nutritious Is Homemade Butter Cocoa 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 Homemade Butter Cocoa 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 Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade Butter Cocoa 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
Homemade Butter Cocoa Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.