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Fat-free sweet cake with cocoa-vanilla swirl
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Fat-free marble cake (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.9 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
192
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
42.9g
· 16% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 9% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 186 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 28 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 70 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 85 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Fat-free marble cake is typically made with a vanilla-flavoured batter and a cocoa portion swirled through it. Recipes often leave out added butter or oil, but eggs and dairy can still contribute a small amount of fat.
To make the pattern, alternate spoonfuls of vanilla and cocoa batter in the pan, then draw a skewer through them a few times. Too much swirling blends the colours instead of leaving distinct ribbons.
Avoid overbaking fat-free marble cake, since a batter without added oil or butter can dry out quickly. Start checking it near the end of the recipe’s baking time and take it out when a tester has a few moist crumbs.
Yes, fat-free marble cake is commonly made without added butter or oil. The recipe needs another source of moisture, such as yogurt, milk, or fruit purée; swapping ingredients in an existing recipe can change its texture.
Fat-free marble cake can sink if its centre is underbaked, the batter is overmixed, or the oven door is opened before the cake has set. Check the centre before removing it and avoid disturbing the cake as it rises.
A gummy fat-free marble cake is often underbaked or has had too much liquid stirred into the batter. Make sure the centre is fully set, measure wet ingredients carefully, and let the cake cool before slicing.
Yes, fat-free marble cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after it has cooled completely. Freeze it whole or in slices, then let it thaw while still wrapped so condensation forms on the wrapping rather than the cake.
Store fat-free marble cake in an airtight container at room temperature once it has cooled. Refrigeration can make the crumb dry sooner; if the kitchen is warm, refrigerate it covered and bring it back to room temperature before serving.
Yes, you can bake fat-free marble cake in a loaf pan, but the deeper shape may need a different baking time than a shallow cake pan. Follow a loaf-pan recipe when possible and check the centre before taking it out.
Fat-free marble cake pairs well with coffee or tea, and fresh berries add a bright contrast to its cocoa-and-vanilla flavour. Serve it plain or with a spoonful of yogurt rather than covering up the swirl with a heavy topping.
Vitamins
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Folate
22.8µg · 6% DV
B3
0.72mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
57mg · 8% DV
Sodium
186mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fat-free marble cake is made by layering or gently swirling vanilla and cocoa cake batters before baking, creating its familiar two-tone pattern. It is a lighter take on Marmorkuchen, a classic German-style home-baked cake, and is now enjoyed in many places. Recipes vary, and “fat-free” does not necessarily mean that the finished cake contains no fat.
The crumb is soft and tender, with sweet vanilla balanced by a mild cocoa flavour. It is commonly served in slices with tea or coffee, as an afternoon treat or a simple dessert. Although relatively low in fat, it is still a carbohydrate-rich sweet; a modest slice and unsweetened tea or coffee make an easy 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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.