Battenburg Cake has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 85.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.86 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Battenburg Cake has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 6% | |
Calories from Fat | 43% | |
Calories from Carbs | 51% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 600 IU | 12% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.4 mg | 4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.36 mg | 24% | ||
Niacin | 6.4 mg | 32% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 5% | ||
Folate | 124 mcg | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 140 mg | 14% | ||
Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | ||
Magnesium | 124 mg | 31% | ||
Potassium | 278 mg | 7.9% | ||
Sodium | 209 mg | 8.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 28.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 59.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 10.6 g | 21.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 31.6 g | 48.6% | ||
Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 646 Calories from Fat 285
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.6 g 48.6%
Saturated Fat 11.4 g 57%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 111 mg 37%
Sodium 209 mg 8.7%
Total Carbohydrates 85.5 g 28.5%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 59.2 g
Protein 10.6 g 21.2%
Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 14% Iron 27%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 404
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 35.1 g | Fat 28.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 284
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 35.5 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 409
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 58.2 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 153
Protein 1.2 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 446
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 74.6 g | Fat 16.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 189
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 18.1 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 468
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 70.8 g | Fat 19.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 3 g | Carbs 27 g | Fat 6.6 g