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Sweet potato cake Calories
Cake made with sweet potato, typically containing flour, sugar, and fat; provides carbs with some fiber.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Sweet potato cake (90 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.3 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 342 µg of Vitamin A covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sweet potato cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 90 g
257
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
38.3g
· 14% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
Sweet potato cake nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 189 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 Sweet potato cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 110 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 371 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 456 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet potato cake
How do you make sweet potato cake?
Sweet potato cake is made by mixing cooked, mashed sweet potato into a cake batter with flour, eggs, sugar, and fat, then baking it. Let the mash cool first so it does not cook the eggs or make the batter unusually loose.
Can you use canned sweet potatoes in sweet potato cake?
Yes, canned sweet potatoes can work in sweet potato cake if you drain them very well and mash them smoothly. Canned sweet potatoes packed in syrup may make the cake overly sweet and wet, so use plain ones when available.
Why is my sweet potato cake dense?
Sweet potato cake often turns dense when the batter is overmixed or the sweet potato mash contains too much moisture. Fold the wet and dry ingredients together only until combined, and drain watery mash before measuring it into the batter.
Does sweet potato cake taste like pumpkin cake?
No, sweet potato cake has a different flavor from pumpkin cake. It is usually earthier and sweeter, while pumpkin cake can taste milder and more vegetal. Both pair well with warm spices, but the purées may need different moisture adjustments in a recipe.
Can you make sweet potato cake without frosting?
Yes, sweet potato cake is flavorful and moist enough to serve without frosting. A dusting of cinnamon or a small spoonful of plain yogurt can finish a slice without covering up the sweet potato flavor.
How do you keep sweet potato cake moist?
To keep sweet potato cake moist, use smooth cooked sweet potato mash and avoid baking the cake longer than necessary. Start checking the center near the recipe’s suggested finish time; it should spring back lightly, with a tester showing a few moist crumbs.
Can sweet potato cake be made with whole wheat flour?
Yes, you can replace some of the all-purpose flour in sweet potato cake with whole wheat flour. Replacing all of it may make the crumb heavier and drier, so begin with a partial swap and mix the batter gently.
How long does sweet potato cake last in the fridge?
Sweet potato cake keeps for about three to four days in the refrigerator when covered or stored in an airtight container. Refrigerate cakes with cream-based frosting promptly, and let an un frosted slice lose its chill briefly before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze sweet potato cake?
Yes, sweet potato cake freezes well when wrapped tightly in individual slices or as a whole unfrosted cake. Thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature while still wrapped to limit drying; add frosting after it has thawed.
Can sweet potato cake be made without eggs?
Yes, sweet potato cake can be made without eggs using a suitable baking substitute, but the texture may be softer or denser. Choose a substitute intended for cakes and follow its package directions, since sweet potato alone does not replace eggs’ binding and lift.
Sweet potato cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
342µg · 38% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B5
0.38mg · 8% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Sodium
189mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
189mg · 6% DV
Sweet potato cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sweet potato cake
To burn the 257 calories in 1 slice (medium) (90 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 Sweet potato cake?
Sweet potato cake is made by folding mashed sweet potato into a batter with flour, sugar and fat, then baking it. Recipes vary, but eggs and warming spices such as cinnamon are common. It is especially familiar in American home baking, where it often appears in autumn and holiday spreads.
The crumb is usually soft and moist, with gentle sweetness and a flavour that is earthier than a plain sponge cake. Serve a slice with coffee or tea, or warm it slightly for dessert. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre; a modest slice alongside plain yoghurt is an easy way to keep the serving simple.
How Nutritious Is Sweet potato cake?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Sweet potato 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 Sweet potato cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sweet potato 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
Sweet potato cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.