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Chocolate cake

Chocolate cake has 195 calories per serving (1 Large Piece) — that's 425 calories per 100g. It provides 2.5g protein, 22.8g carbs, and 10.5g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 66), this recipe is suitable for weight loss, heart health. The 2.5g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value.

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Chocolate cake
  • Serving Size 1 Large Piece (50 g)
  • Calories195.0 kcal
  • Carbs22.8 g (91.0 kcal)
  • Protein2.5 g (9.9 kcal)
  • Fats10.5 g (94.1 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Chocolate cake

  • Serving Size1 Large Piece (50 g)
  • Calories195.0 kcal
  • Carbs22.8 g
  • Fiber2.5 g
  • Sugar12.9 g
  • Protein2.5 g
  • Fat10.5 g
  • Saturated fat3.8 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat3.6 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat2.5 g
  • Cholesterol22.5 mg
  • Sodium134.4 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories425.0 kcal
  • Carbs49.6 g
  • Fiber5.4 g
  • Sugar28.1 g
  • Protein5.4 g
  • Fat22.8 g
  • Cholesterol49.1 mg
  • Sodium293.0 mg

1 serving = 45.9g

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Serves: 43 persons

Ingredients

Cocoa powder
1 Cup
Butter
1 Cup
Vegetable oil
1 Cup
Sugar
2 Cup
White icing
1 Cup
Dry coffee powder
0.5 Cup
Refined wheat flour
1.5 Cup
Whole buffalo milk
1 Cup
Whole egg raw
150 Grams
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Baking powder
1 Tea Spoon
Baking soda
1.5 Tea Spoon
Vanilla flavour essence
1 Tea Spoon
Chocolate chips
1 Cup

Instructions

1
For the cake batter
In a bowl, add sifted flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. In another bowl break the eggs and whisk well. Slowly add sugar and whisk until fluffy. Add 1 cup oil, milk, coffee, and vanilla essence. Mix well. Fold this mixture into the bowl containing the flour, mix. Pour into the cake tin.
2
Baking
Preheat the oven at 180 degrees C. Bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees.
3
For the frosting:
Whisk together sifted icing sugar and butter. Add vanilla essence as a flavouring agent. Melt cocoa chips and fold them into the mix. Once baked, cool it on a rack. Invert it onto a plate. Gently spread the frosting over the cake.

Glycemic Index

66 Medium
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a moderate blood glucose rise; pair with protein/fiber for better stability.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientChocolate cakeDonatDoughnutPancake
Calories195 kcal137.5 kcal137.5 kcal75.3 kcal
Carbs22.8 g23.4 g23.4 g10.5 g
Protein2.5 g2.4 g2.4 g2 g
Fat10.5 g3.8 g3.8 g2.8 g
Fiber2.5 g0.6 g0.6 g0.3 g
Sugar12.9 g9.8 g9.8 g2.4 g
Sodium134.4 mg63.1 mg63.1 mg70.9 mg
Cholesterol22.5 mg5.6 mg5.6 mg16.7 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At just 195 kcal per serving, this is an excellent choice for weight management.

Diabetes

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 66). Consider swapping refined ingredients with whole grain alternatives. Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (2.5g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Low cholesterol (22.5mg) and low saturated fat (3.8g) make this heart-friendly. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (66) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Large Piece (~45.9g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Large Piece (~45.9g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Large Piece (~45.9g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Large Piece (~45.9g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Use low-fat paneer or reduce ghee/butter by half. Switch to a non-stick pan to minimize oil.

Boost protein

Increase the protein portion (chicken/fish/eggs) by 50g, or serve with a side of Greek yogurt.

Lower glycemic load

Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.

Make diabetes-friendly

Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.

Meal prep friendly

Chocolate cake stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Using too much oil or ghee

Why it matters: Excess oil can double the calorie content without adding nutritional value.

Fix: Measure oil with a tablespoon instead of pouring freely. 1 tbsp = 120 kcal.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (389.9-584.9 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Pairing with another high-GI food

Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.

Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Increased dietary fiber intake is associated with lower body weight

    Slavin JL (2005). Dietary fiber and body weight. Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2003.09.004
  2. Portion control is one of the most effective strategies for managing calorie intake and body weight

    Rolls BJ (2014). What is the role of portion control in weight management? International Journal of Obesity.

    DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2014.82

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