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Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Calories
Dessert, energy-dense, high in sugar and fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Chocolate cake with cherry sauce (120 g) has 438 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.4 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 20.6 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
438
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
59.4g
· 22% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
20.6g
· 26% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 5% · Fat 42%
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 438 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.6 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
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 Chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 511 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 548 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 170 g | 621 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 803 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate cake with cherry sauce
How do you make chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce is made by baking a chocolate cake and topping it with cooked cherries and their sauce. Let the cake cool before adding the sauce so the topping stays in place and the slices hold their shape.
Can you use canned cherries for chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Yes, canned cherries work in chocolate cake with cherry sauce. Drain them first if they are packed in syrup, then taste the sauce before adding sugar; canned cherries and their liquid can already be quite sweet.
How do you stop cherry sauce from soaking into chocolate cake?
To keep cherry sauce from soaking into chocolate cake, cool both the cake and the sauce before combining them. Spoon the sauce over the top shortly before serving, or serve it separately for a cleaner finish.
Should chocolate cake with cherry sauce be served warm or cold?
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce can be served at room temperature or slightly chilled. Room temperature brings out the chocolate flavor, while chilling helps the sauce set; avoid serving it piping hot, which can make the topping run.
What can you use instead of cherry sauce on chocolate cake?
Raspberry or strawberry sauce can replace the cherry sauce on chocolate cake, although the flavor will be different. For a closer tart-fruit contrast, use a berry sauce with a little lemon juice rather than a very sweet jam.
Why is the cherry sauce on chocolate cake too runny?
Cherry sauce on chocolate cake is usually runny because it has not simmered long enough or contains too much fruit liquid. Simmer it uncovered until it coats a spoon, then cool it; the sauce thickens further as it stands.
Can chocolate cake with cherry sauce be made ahead?
Yes, chocolate cake with cherry sauce can be prepared ahead. Bake the cake and make the sauce separately, then refrigerate them covered; add the sauce close to serving time to keep the cake from becoming soggy.
How should you store chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Store chocolate cake with cherry sauce covered in the refrigerator, especially when the topping is moist. Let a slice sit briefly at room temperature before eating so the cake softens and the chocolate flavor is easier to taste.
Can you freeze chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Yes, chocolate cake with cherry sauce can be frozen, but the sauce may turn watery after thawing. Freeze the cake and sauce separately when possible, thaw them in the refrigerator, and add the sauce after the cake has thawed.
What goes well with chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Plain whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or coffee goes well with chocolate cake with cherry sauce. Choose an unsweetened or lightly sweetened accompaniment, since the chocolate and fruit sauce already provide a rich, sweet contrast.
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
93.6µg · 10% DV
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate cake with cherry sauce
To burn the 438 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 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 Chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce pairs a chocolate or cocoa-based cake with a sweet-tart fruit sauce. It is a familiar style of homemade and bakery dessert rather than a dish tied to one particular region. The cake is usually soft and rich, while the cherry sauce adds a bright, slightly tangy contrast; its consistency can range from pourable to thick and spoonable.
Serve a slice after a meal, with coffee or tea, or as part of a celebration spread. It is energy-dense and high in sugar and fat, so a smaller slice can be a satisfying choice. Fresh cherries or a little plain yogurt on the side can balance the richness without adding more sauce.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate cake with cherry sauce?
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 Chocolate cake with cherry sauce 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 Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate cake with cherry sauce 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
Chocolate cake with cherry sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45.6:1).
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