Herseys Chocolate Cake has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 25.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 1.8 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Herseys Chocolate Cake has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 38% | |
Calories from Carbs | 58% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 40 IU | 0.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 6 IU | 1.5% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | 2.3% | ||
Thiamin | 0.05 mg | 3.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.07 mg | 4.3% | ||
Niacin | 0.42 mg | 2.1% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg | 0.7% | ||
Folate | 14.4 mcg | 3.6% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.07 mcg | 1.2% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.11 mg | 1.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 25 mg | 2.5% | ||
Iron | 0.79 mg | 4.4% | ||
Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% | ||
Phosphorus | 39 mg | 3.9% | ||
Potassium | 78.5 mg | 2.2% | ||
Sodium | 193.7 mg | 8.1% | ||
Zinc | 0.24 mg | 1.6% | ||
Copper | 0.08 mg | 4% | ||
Manganese | 0.12 mg | 5.8% | ||
Selenium | 4 mcg | 5.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 8.6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3.2% | ||
Sugars | 19.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 1.8 g | 3.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.6 g | 11.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6 g 11.7%
Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 18.6 mg 6.2%
Sodium 193.7 mg 8.1%
Total Carbohydrates 25.9 g 8.6%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%
Sugars 19.2 g
Protein 1.8 g 3.6%
Vitamin A 0.8% Vitamin C
Calcium 2.5% Iron 4.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 196
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 27.9 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 24.3 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 29.2 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 302
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 40.8 g | Fat 14.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 439
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 62.5 g | Fat 17.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 313
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 70.2 g | Fat 2.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 89
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 89
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 4.1 g | Fat 5.1 g