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Nutritional Profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
We got 55 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks high (Top 250) for four nutrients.
These are
- Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- beta-Cryptoxanthin (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Folic Acid (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks moderately (Top 500) for 18 additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
- Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Cholesterol (Other Micronutrients)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Desserts) shows that it ranks sky-high (Top 10) for three nutrients.
These are
- Sodium, Na (Minerals)
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks notably well (Top 25) for 15 additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Carbohydrates, by difference (Carbohydrates)
- Cholesterol (Other Micronutrients)
- Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
Secondly you'll find a lipid (fat) profile that shows you the content of saturated, mono-, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
After the overview this macronutrient profile provided let's dive deeper and take a look at the lipid (fat) profile!
Lipid (fat) profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Lipids (fats) are a major part of the macronutrients in your food.
Lipids (fats), are divided into saturated and unsaturated fats. The unsaturated fats are then in turn divided into mono-, and polyunsaturated fats.
Here's a lipid (fat) profile to give you a sense of how the content of each type of fat compare to each other.
Figure 2. Lipid (fat) profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
In food category: Desserts
| Carbohydrates (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 61 g | 17.3 g | 13 | 385 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 500 mg | 141.7 mg | 39 | 254 |
| Sugars (Total incl. NLEA) | 36.7 g | 10.4 g | 30 | 293 |
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 949 mg | 269 mg | 281 | 1970 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 448 mg | 127 mg | 239 | 2067 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 802 mg | 227.4 mg | 317 | 2054 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 2.7 g | 765.4 mg | 254 | 1478 |
| Saturated Fats (7) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Butyric Acid (4:0) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 161 | 457 |
| Capric Acid (10:0) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 182 | 531 |
| Caprylic Acid (8:0) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 142 | 403 |
| Lauric Acid (12:0) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 195 | 709 |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 11 mg | 3.1 mg | 235 | 1139 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 580 mg | 164.4 mg | 263 | 1702 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 193 mg | 54.7 mg | 284 | 1498 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Erucic Acid (22:1) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 8 | 210 |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 867 mg | 245.8 mg | 282 | 1994 |
| Palmitoleic Acid (16:1) | 73 mg | 20.7 mg | 101 | 910 |
| Paullinic Acid (20:1) | 7 mg | 2 mg | 53 | 467 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) | 9 mg | 2.6 mg | 12 | 413 |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 6 | 336 |
| Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) | 34 mg | 9.6 mg | 14 | 260 |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 389 mg | 110.3 mg | 219 | 2005 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 15 mg | 4.3 mg | 224 | 941 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 1.5 g | 52 | 1080 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 71 µg | 20.1 µg | 18 | 384 |
| Folate, food | 13 µg | 3.7 µg | 17 | 276 |
| Folate, total | 47 µg | 13.3 µg | 16 | 337 |
| Folic Acid | 34 µg | 9.6 µg | 16 | 231 |
| Niacin | 1.9 mg | 547.1 µg | 23 | 1289 |
| Riboflavin | 269 µg | 76.3 µg | 24 | 542 |
| Thiamin | 243 µg | 68.9 µg | 15 | 641 |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 µg | 0.1 µg | 36 | 706 |
| Vitamin B6 | 52 µg | 14.7 µg | 65 | 929 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Carotene | 1 µg | 0.3 µg | 24 | 463 |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 240 µg | 68 µg | 136 | 619 |
| beta-Carotene | 4 µg | 1.1 µg | 89 | 1162 |
| beta-Cryptoxanthin | 2 µg | 0.6 µg | 22 | 183 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 85 µg | 24.1 µg | 42 | 949 |
| Phylloquinone | 0.2 µg | 0.1 µg | 129 | 923 |
| Retinol | 44 µg | 12.5 µg | 87 | 436 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 44 µg | 12.5 µg | 96 | 667 |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.2 µg | 0.1 µg | 15 | 161 |
| Minerals (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 70 mg | 19.8 mg | 95 | 475 |
| Copper, Cu | 62 µg | 17.6 µg | 114 | 787 |
| Iron, Fe | 2.7 mg | 771.1 µg | 14 | 649 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 11 mg | 3.1 mg | 43 | 367 |
| Phosphorus, P | 137 mg | 38.8 mg | 50 | 527 |
| Potassium, K | 99 mg | 28.1 mg | 146 | 799 |
| Selenium, Se | 9.1 µg | 2.6 µg | 50 | 602 |
| Sodium, Na | 623 mg | 176.6 mg | 2 | 526 |
| Zinc, Zn | 510 µg | 144.6 µg | 55 | 871 |
| Other Micronutrients (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 28.9 mg | 13 | 279 |
| Choline | 37.1 mg | 10.5 mg | 64 | 785 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 29.7 g | 8.4 g | 298 | 1957 |
| Other (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Kcal (Energy) | 290 kcal | 82.2 kcal | 84 | 398 |
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Common Serving Sizes Of Sponge Cake (Without Icing Or Filling)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Cubic Inch | 3.7 g | 0.1 oz |
| 1 Individual Dessert Shell Or Shortcake (approx 3" Dia) | 24.0 g | 0.8 oz |
| 1 Piece (1/12 Of 10" Dia) | 66.0 g | 2.3 oz |
| 1 Tube Cake (8-1/2" Dia, 3-1/2" High) | 524.0 g | 18.5 oz |
| 1 Tube Cake (10" Dia, 4" High) | 790.0 g | 27.9 oz |
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| Sponge Cake | No of Nutrients |
(Chocolate) | 57 |
(With Icing Or Filling) | 55 |
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