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Homemade spinach cake Calories
Homemade cake with spinach, moist, sweet, contains vegetables
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Homemade spinach cake (60 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of Vitamin K covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade spinach cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
162
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% 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 56% · Protein 6% · Fat 38%
Homemade spinach cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 spinach cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade spinach cake
How do you make homemade spinach cake?
Homemade spinach cake is made by blending spinach into a smooth purée and mixing it into sweet cake batter. Many recipes use eggs, flour, sugar, oil, and a raising agent; bake until the centre is set, then cool before frosting.
Can you use frozen spinach in homemade spinach cake?
Yes, frozen spinach works in homemade spinach cake. Thaw it completely, squeeze out excess water, and blend it before adding it to the batter; extra moisture can make the cake heavy or gummy.
Does homemade spinach cake taste like spinach?
Usually not strongly. The sweet batter softens spinach’s mild, earthy flavour, while the spinach mainly contributes colour and moisture. A plain slice may have a subtle vegetal note, especially if the recipe uses a generous amount.
How do you keep homemade spinach cake green?
Use fresh, vividly green spinach and avoid baking the cake longer than needed. Heat can dull its colour, so check for doneness near the end of baking; spinach gives the cake its colour without needing food colouring.
Why is homemade spinach cake dense?
Homemade spinach cake can turn dense if the spinach purée adds too much water or the batter is overmixed. Drain thawed or washed spinach well, and fold the wet and dry ingredients together only until combined.
What frosting goes well with homemade spinach cake?
Cream cheese frosting and whipped cream both pair well with homemade spinach cake. Let the cake cool completely before spreading frosting, or it may melt; a little lemon zest can add a bright contrast to the sweet topping.
Can homemade spinach cake be made without food colouring?
Yes, homemade spinach cake can get its green colour from spinach alone. Blend the spinach thoroughly so there are no leafy pieces, and remember that the colour may become less vivid after baking.
How do you make homemade spinach cake moist?
To keep homemade spinach cake moist, avoid overbaking it and measure the spinach purée consistently. Oil or yogurt in the batter can also help create a tender crumb, but too much wet purée may make the cake gummy.
Should homemade spinach cake be refrigerated?
Homemade spinach cake with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting should be refrigerated in a covered container. A plain, unfrosted cake can be kept covered at room temperature for a short time; chilling it may dry it out.
Can you freeze homemade spinach cake?
Yes, freeze homemade spinach cake without frosting for the best texture. Wrap individual slices tightly and thaw them in the refrigerator or at room temperature; creamy toppings can separate or become watery after freezing.
Homemade spinach cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
18µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
72µg · 8% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Folate
21µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
42mg · 6% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Homemade spinach cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade spinach cake
To burn the 162 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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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 spinach cake?
Homemade spinach cake is a sweet, home-baked cake made with spinach blended or finely chopped into the batter. It is familiar in Turkish home cooking, where the spinach gives the crumb a moist texture and its distinctive green colour; recipes and toppings vary from kitchen to kitchen.
Soft and mildly sweet, it is usually cut into slices and served with tea, sometimes with a cream topping or a dusting of sugar. Despite the vegetable, it is still a cake made with sweetened batter, providing 37 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a less rich serving, enjoy a plain slice alongside unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Homemade spinach 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 spinach 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 spinach cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Homemade spinach 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 spinach cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.