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Steamed cake with a browned exterior; nutrition is estimated for a generic recipe containing flour, sugar, eggs, and milk.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Steamed, browned cake (80 g) has 232 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.8 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 8 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
232
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
36.8g
· 13% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 8% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 232 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 224 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 130 g | 377 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Steam, browned cake is made by steaming the batter in a covered mold, then browning the cooked cake in a hot pan or oven. Keep the mold above the water, and wrap the lid with a clean towel so condensation does not drip onto the cake.
Yes, steamed, browned cake can be made without an oven. Steam the batter in a covered pot with the mold held above the water, then brown the outside in a hot skillet after the cake is cooked.
Brown steamed, browned cake after steaming it. Remove it from the mold, pat the surface dry, and turn it in a lightly oiled hot skillet until the exterior is evenly colored; browning it in an oven also works.
Steamed, browned cake often collapses because the lid was opened too soon, the batter was overmixed, or the center was undercooked. Keep the lid closed while it steams and test the center with a toothpick before taking it off the heat.
Steamed, browned cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs. Its top may still look pale after steaming; the browned exterior comes from the separate browning step.
Steamed, browned cake is usually softer and moister than oven-baked cake because steam does not create a crust on the surface. Browning it afterward in a pan or oven adds color and a lightly crisp exterior.
Steamed, browned cake can turn wet or gummy if condensation drips onto it or the center has not cooked through. Wrap the pot lid with a clean towel, keep the water below the mold, and let the cake rest before slicing.
Store steamed, browned cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Sealing it promptly helps keep the crumb from drying out or picking up fridge odors.
Yes, steamed, browned cake reheats well. Warm it briefly with steam to keep the inside soft, then use a hot skillet for a short time if you want to bring back the browned exterior.
Yes, steamed, browned cake can be frozen. Cool it completely, slice it, and wrap the portions separately; thaw before reheating, then steam briefly for a soft center or pan-brown the outside again.
Vitamins
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.8µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8µg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
80mg · 11% DV
Sodium
224mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
80mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 232 calories in 1 slice (medium) (80 g):
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Steamed, browned cake is made from a simple batter of flour, sugar, eggs and milk. It is cooked with steam, then browned on the outside; the name describes a cooking style rather than a cake tied to one particular region. Recipes can vary, so the nutrition figures are estimates for a generic version.
The crumb is typically soft and moist, with a more set, browned exterior and a familiar sweet-cake flavour. Serve a slice with tea or coffee, as a snack, or as a simple dessert; it can also be paired with fresh fruit. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 46 g per 100 g in the estimate provided. If you want a lighter serving, keep the slice modest and skip richer toppings.
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 2
Minimally 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
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.