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Homemade plain cocoa cake
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Homemade plain cocoa cake (60 g) has 231 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.4 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 6.6 µg of Selenium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
231
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
31.4g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 231 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.88 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.7 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 85 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 347 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 578 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Homemade plain cocoa cake is made with flour, eggs, sugar, milk, oil or butter, cocoa powder and a raising agent. Mix the dry ingredients separately, fold them into the wet mixture without overworking the batter, and bake in a preheated oven.
Homemade plain cocoa cake usually sinks when its centre is still underbaked or the oven door is opened too early. Too much baking powder can also weaken the structure; test the centre with a skewer before taking the cake out.
To keep Homemade plain cocoa cake moist, measure the liquid and fat accurately and avoid baking it longer than needed. Let it cool before sealing it in an airtight container; cutting into the cake while hot can also let moisture escape.
Homemade plain cocoa cake often turns dry because it was overbaked, too much flour was added, or the batter was overmixed. Weighing flour rather than packing it into a cup and checking the cake near the end of baking help prevent this.
It is better to use unsweetened cocoa powder in Homemade plain cocoa cake. Drinking chocolate usually contains sugar and may contain milk powder, so substituting it changes the sweetness and cocoa flavour; it is not a one-for-one replacement.
Homemade plain cocoa cake keeps for about 2–3 days at room temperature when covered or stored in an airtight container. Refrigerate it if it has a perishable frosting or filling, since those toppings need colder storage than a plain cake.
Yes, Homemade plain cocoa cake freezes well. Cool it completely, wrap individual slices tightly, and place them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw only the portions you need at room temperature, and avoid freezing the cake again after it has thawed.
Yes, Homemade plain cocoa cake can be made with a neutral-flavoured oil instead of butter. Oil tends to keep the crumb soft after cooling, while butter gives a richer flavour; use the amount specified by a recipe designed for that swap.
Homemade plain cocoa cake goes well with tea, coffee, berries or a spoonful of yoghurt. It is also commonly served with a simple dusting of icing sugar; add frosting or sauce only if you want a sweeter, richer dessert.
Homemade plain cocoa cake may taste bitter if it contains too much cocoa or the cocoa has been scorched during baking. Use unsweetened cocoa in the recipe’s stated proportion and take care not to overbake the edges.
Vitamins
Biotin
3.12µg · 10% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
57µg · 6% DV
B12
0.13µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
153mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 231 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Homemade plain cocoa cake is a familiar home-baked cake in Turkey, made with a simple flour-and-sugar batter enriched with cocoa, usually with eggs and milk or yoghurt. It has a gentle chocolate flavour and a soft, tender crumb, and is often served without frosting or elaborate toppings.
In Turkey, slices commonly accompany tea in the afternoon or are brought out for guests; elsewhere, it fits naturally alongside coffee or as a simple dessert. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates and fat, with 385 kcal per 100 g. A modest slice with fresh fruit makes an easy snack, while coffee or tea suits its cocoa flavour well.
Low
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Low
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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
2.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.