Prepared and Processed / Pastries and Desserts
Cake, angel food Nutrition Facts
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Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
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| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 262kcal / 2530kcal (10%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 57.7 g/ 348g (16%) | ||||||
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Protein | 7.2 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vitamin B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 79 mg/ 750mg (10%) |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 22 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Sodium | 741 mg/ 1500mg (49%) |
Allergen Info
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Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Angel food cake is a light, fluffy cake made mostly from whipped egg whites and sugar. It’s considered a carb-heavy dessert, with a sweet taste and relatively low fat.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Per 100 g, it provides about 262 kcal and 57.7 g carbohydrates, with 30.1 g sugar. It also has 1.5 g fiber (small amount), and 741 mg sodium which can add up if you eat a lot or pair it with other salty snacks. On the plus side, it’s very low in fat (0.3 g) and has no cholesterol listed in the data. Since it’s high in sugar and calories, it’s best to enjoy it in smaller portions and not as a frequent snack—especially if you already have sweet drinks or desserts in the day.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Portion first: Aim for a small slice (for example, 1–2 small pieces) and treat it as an occasional dessert.
- Pair smart: Have it after a full meal (lunch or dinner) rather than on an empty stomach, and pair with water or unsweetened tea.
- Balance the day: If you eat cake, reduce other high-sugar items in your 1–2 snacks (choose fruit, yogurt, or nuts instead).
- Watch sodium: Avoid combining it with salty snacks (chips, crackers) the same time.
- Build a fuller snack: If you want something sweet, consider adding fruit (like berries or banana) to increase fiber and volume.
Common Filipino dishes
Angel food cake, brazo de mercedes, leche flan, ensaymada, bibingka, puto bumbong
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