Prepared and Processed / Pastries and Desserts
Cake, chiffon
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 332kcal / 2530kcal (13%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.2 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 11.6 g/ 42g (27%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 49.8 g/ 348g (14%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.71%) |
Vit B1 | 0.17 mg/ 1mg (14%) |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 2.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (16%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 143 mg/ 750mg (19%) source |
Phosphorus | 97 mg/ 700mg (13%) |
Iron | 2.5 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 622 mg/ 1500mg (41%) |
Allergen Info
Eggs
Milk
Wheat
Gluten
What is this food?
Cake, chiffon (a sweet, airy sponge cake). It’s mainly a carb-based dessert with added fats and sugar.
Why it matters to health
Per 100 g, chiffon cake has about 332 kcal, 49.8 g carbohydrates and 36.6 g sugar, plus 11.6 g total fat (with 2.9 g saturated fat) and 622 mg sodium. This matters because it can easily add extra calories and sugar to the day, and too much saturated fat and sodium may be less ideal for heart health. The good part: if you enjoy it, you can still fit it into a balanced eating pattern—just keep portions and frequency in mind.
Healthier tips
- Portion first: If you’re having cake, aim for a smaller slice (for example, 1–2 small pieces) instead of a full serving.
- Pair it smart: Have it after a main meal or with a snack that includes protein and fiber (e.g., milk/yogurt or a piece of fruit) to help balance your blood sugar response.
- Watch the day’s sugar: If you have cake, choose less-sweet snacks for the rest of the day (less juice, less sweet drinks).
- Balance your meals: Keep your 3 full meals as your main sources of carbs, and treat cake as an occasional dessert.
- Hydrate: Drink water alongside to support overall eating comfort.
Common Filipino dishes
Chiffon cake, mango chiffon cake, brazo de mercedes, leche flan, ensaymada
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