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Sweet rolled cake made with soft chocolate sponge and a creamy filling.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Japanese chocolate roll cake (90 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.3 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 14.7 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B2 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
306
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
38.3g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
14.7g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 8% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.7 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 7.02 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 207 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5.8 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 piece (medium) | 90 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 55 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 slice (small) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 piece (thin) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 130 g | 442 kcal |
| 2 slice (small) | 140 g | 476 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Japanese chocolate roll cake is a soft chocolate sponge rolled around a creamy filling. It is known for its tender, airy texture, which makes the sponge flexible enough to roll when handled at the right stage.
Japanese chocolate roll cake is made by baking a thin chocolate sponge, spreading it with filling, and rolling it up. Spread the batter evenly and avoid overbaking, which can dry out the sponge and make it crack.
Japanese chocolate roll cake usually cracks when its sponge is overbaked, allowed to cool until stiff, or overloaded with filling. Roll the sponge while it is still flexible, following the recipe’s timing, and spread the filling in a thin layer.
Japanese chocolate roll cake is commonly filled with whipped cream, though some versions use chocolate cream or a cream-cheese filling. Chill the filling until firm before spreading it so it is less likely to squeeze out as you roll.
Japanese chocolate roll cake often uses a particularly light, soft sponge, while Swiss rolls can be made with many different sponge recipes. Both are filled cakes rolled into a spiral, so the texture difference depends on the recipe.
Store Japanese chocolate roll cake in a covered container in the refrigerator because its creamy filling is perishable. Wrap it well to keep the sponge from drying out or picking up refrigerator odors, and slice it just before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Japanese chocolate roll cake. Wrap individual slices airtight and place them in a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving. The cream may have a slightly different texture after thawing.
Usually, Japanese chocolate roll cake is rolled while the sponge is still flexible, before it cools completely. Let the rolled sponge cool before unrolling it to add the filling, so the cream does not melt.
Yes, you can make Japanese chocolate roll cake a day ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Chilling helps the filling set and makes the cake easier to slice neatly when you are ready to serve it.
Japanese chocolate roll cake pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balance its creamy filling. Fresh berries also make a good accompaniment and add a bright contrast to the chocolate sponge.
Vitamins
B2
0.25mg · 19% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B12
0.32µg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Sodium
207mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
167mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 306 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Japanese chocolate roll cake is made by spreading a creamy filling over a soft chocolate sponge, then rolling the cake into a neat spiral. The sponge is usually light and flexible rather than dense, while the filling adds a smooth, rich contrast. Chocolate gives it a familiar cocoa flavour without hiding the delicate texture that makes Japanese-style roll cakes distinctive.
In Japan, slices are enjoyed with tea or coffee as a café treat or dessert; elsewhere, it also works well for afternoon tea and casual celebrations. It is a sweet, energy-dense bake, so a modest slice can be satisfying. Serve it with fresh berries or unsweetened tea for a lighter-feeling pairing.
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
7.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.