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Classic cake with raisins
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Raisin cake (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 5.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 54 mg of Phosphorus covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Raisin cake is a simple baked cake made by folding dried raisins into a sweet batter, usually with flour, sugar and some form of fat. It has no single point of origin; versions are familiar in home baking across many countries, often baked in a loaf tin and cut into slices.
The crumb is soft and gently moist, with chewy, concentrated bursts of sweetness from the raisins. In Britain and elsewhere, it makes an easy teatime cake; it is also served as a casual snack or alongside coffee. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while the raisins add a little fibre. For a less rich serving, choose a modest slice and pair it with unsweetened tea or fresh fruit.
Selected: 100 g
320
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
56g
· 20% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 6% · Fat 24%
Vitamins
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Selenium
4.5µg · 8% DV
Calcium
55mg · 6% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 320 calories in 100 g:
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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
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.5:1).
Raisin cake is usually made with flour, sugar, eggs, butter or oil, a liquid such as milk, and baking powder, with raisins folded into the batter. Some recipes add cinnamon, citrus zest, or nuts, but those are optional rather than essential.
To make raisin cake, mix the wet ingredients with the sugar, stir in the dry ingredients, then fold in the raisins. Bake the batter in a greased loaf or cake pan until the center is set and a tester comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Raisins sink in raisin cake when they are heavy compared with a thin batter, or when they are added before the batter is ready. Tossing them lightly with flour and folding them in at the end helps keep them distributed through the cake.
Soak raisins only if they are especially dry or you want them plumper in the finished cake. Drain and pat them dry before adding them; excess soaking liquid can make the batter too wet and affect how the cake bakes.
Fresh grapes are not a direct substitute for raisins in raisin cake because they release much more water and can leave wet pockets in the crumb. For the familiar texture and concentrated sweetness, use dried raisins; chopped dried fruit is a closer alternative.
Keep raisin cake moist by measuring the flour accurately, avoiding overmixing, and taking it out of the oven as soon as the center is baked. After cooling, store it airtight; wrapping the loaf well also helps prevent the cut surfaces from drying out.
Raisin cake can turn dense if the batter is overmixed after the flour is added, the raising agent is old, or too much flour is packed into the measuring cup. Mix only until combined and use the pan size specified by your recipe.
Raisin cake keeps for several days in an airtight container at room temperature, provided the room is cool and dry. If your kitchen is warm or the cake contains a perishable filling or topping, refrigerate it and bring slices to room temperature before serving.
Yes, raisin cake freezes well when wrapped tightly after it has cooled completely. Freeze it whole or in slices, and thaw it while still wrapped so condensation forms on the wrapping rather than making the cake surface soggy.
Raisin cake pairs well with tea or coffee, and plain yogurt or lightly whipped cream makes a simple accompaniment. For a less sweet snack, serve a slice with fresh fruit; warm spices in the cake also go nicely with hot drinks.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.