Prepared and Processed / Pastries and Desserts
Cake, sponge
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 306kcal / 2530kcal (12%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8.2 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 5.3 g/ 42g (12%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 56.3 g/ 348g (16%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 4.3 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.61%) |
Vit B1 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.26 mg/ 1mg (20%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 162 mg/ 750mg (21%) source |
Phosphorus | 156 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 3.7 mg/ 12mg (30%) source |
Sodium | 629 mg/ 1500mg (41%) |
Allergen Info
Eggs
Wheat
Milk
What is this food?
Cake (sponge cake) is a sweet baked dessert made mainly from flour-based batter, eggs, and sugar. It’s mostly carbohydrates, with some fat and a moderate amount of cholesterol.
Why it matters to health
Sponge cake gives quick energy because it’s high in carbohydrates (about 56 g per 100 g) and sugar (about 37 g). It also has some fat (about 5.3 g) and saturated fat (about 1.6 g), plus cholesterol (about 200 mg) and sodium (about 629 mg). For health, the key is how often and how much you eat—especially if you’re having it alongside your usual meals and snacks. Choosing smaller portions helps keep added sugar and saturated fat from stacking up, while still letting you enjoy dessert.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: try 1–2 small slices instead of a big serving, especially on days you also eat rice and other carb-heavy foods.
- Pair it with something that adds balance: have it after a meal or with fruit and plain yogurt (instead of another sweet drink).
- Watch drinks: choose water, unsweetened tea, or black coffee rather than soda or sweetened beverages.
- Plan your day: if you’re having cake for a snack, reduce the chance of another sugary snack later (aim for 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks).
- If you can, pick options with less sugar or add-ons like berries or nuts in small amounts for better fullness.
Common Filipino dishes
Sponge cake, Mango float, Sans Rival, Leche flan, Bibingka, Puto
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