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Retwelvet cake Calories
Sweet cake dessert made with refined flour and sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Retwelvet cake has 385 calories. It contains 54.8 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 67 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Retwelvet cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
385
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
54.8g
· 20% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% 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 5% · Fat 39%
Retwelvet cake nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 385 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.4 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.6 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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Retwelvet cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 140 g | 539 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 693 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 770 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 900 g | 3465 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Retwelvet cake
What is Retwelvet cake?
Retwelvet cake is a red-colored cake with a mild cocoa flavor, commonly layered and covered with cream cheese frosting. Its signature color, tangy frosting, and tender crumb distinguish it from a standard chocolate cake.
Why is Retwelvet cake red?
Retwelvet cake is usually red because red food coloring is added to the batter. Cocoa can develop a subtle reddish-brown tint in an acidic mixture, but it generally does not create the vivid color associated with the cake.
Does Retwelvet cake taste like chocolate cake?
Retwelvet cake has a mild cocoa taste rather than the deep chocolate flavor of most chocolate cakes. Buttermilk or another acidic ingredient and cream cheese frosting add a slight tang that changes its overall flavor.
What frosting is traditionally used on Retwelvet cake?
Cream cheese frosting is the most familiar topping for Retwelvet cake. Its tangy flavor balances the sweet cake, though some traditional recipes use a cooked flour-based frosting instead.
Can you make Retwelvet cake without buttermilk?
Yes, Retwelvet cake can be made without buttermilk. Milk soured with a little lemon juice or vinegar is a common substitute; it provides acidity that helps the cake’s texture and supports the leavening.
Why does Retwelvet cake use vinegar?
Vinegar adds acidity to Retwelvet cake batter and reacts with baking soda in recipes that use it, helping the cake rise. The small amount does not usually leave a noticeable vinegar flavor after baking.
Where did Retwelvet cake originate?
Retwelvet cake is associated with American baking, and its exact origin is disputed. Versions of red velvet cakes became especially popular in the United States, where cream cheese frosting later became a well-known pairing.
How do you keep Retwelvet cake moist?
To keep Retwelvet cake moist, avoid overmixing the batter and stop baking once a tester comes out with a few moist crumbs. Store frosted cake covered in the refrigerator so it does not dry out.
Can Retwelvet cake be frozen?
Yes, Retwelvet cake freezes well when wrapped tightly and sealed in an airtight container. Freeze individual slices for convenient portions, then thaw them in the refrigerator; the frosting may soften slightly after thawing.
Why did my Retwelvet cake turn brown instead of red?
Retwelvet cake can turn brown when the batter contains too much cocoa or too little red coloring. Natural cocoa and baking conditions also affect the shade; use the recipe’s specified coloring and cocoa rather than adding extra cocoa.
Retwelvet cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
95µg · 11% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Retwelvet cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Retwelvet cake
To burn the 385 calories in 100 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 Retwelvet cake?
Retwelvet cake is a red velvet-style layer cake, typically made with soft, lightly cocoa-flavoured sponge and a creamy filling or frosting. It is associated with the American South and is often finished with cream cheese or buttercream. Its colour is striking, but the cocoa flavour is usually subtle; the crumb is tender and moist.
It is commonly served by the slice at celebrations, or alongside coffee or tea as an afternoon treat. Made mainly with refined flour and sugar, it is a sweet dessert rather than an everyday staple. A modest slice pairs well with unsweetened coffee, and using a thinner layer of frosting can make each serving feel less rich.
How Nutritious Is Retwelvet 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 Retwelvet 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 Retwelvet cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Retwelvet 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
Retwelvet cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63.3:1).
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