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Angel Food Cake

Angel Food Cake is a light, airy American-style dessert cake often served with a topping or garnish of fresh fruit; it’s commonly enjoyed as a low-fat alternative to richer cream-based cakes. The cake is known for its delicate texture, made by whipping egg whites and folding in sugar and flour, then pairing with seasonal fruit for sweetness and color. Nutrition-wise, the fruit adds some vitamin C and freshness, but the slice is primarily a carbohydrate-based dessert and contains about 32g of sugar per 100g, with only modest protein and very little fat. As a treat, it’s relatively low in saturated fat compared with many cakes, but it isn’t a significant source of fiber or protein; pairing a serving with a protein-rich food (for example, yogurt or a handful of nuts) or choosing whole-grain alternatives can make it more balanced.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Processed · ~1.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D-

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Angel Food Cake with Fresh Fruit.

Calories

196 kcal

10% of Daily kcal · moderate-calorie

Protein

4.3 g

9% RDI

Fat

0.2 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

44 g

16% RDI

Sugar

32 g

64% RDI

Fiber

1.4 g

5% RDI

Salt

0.5 g

11% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D- · 3.6 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Angel Food Cake healthy?

Angel Food Cake is rated D- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Angel Food Cake?

Angel Food Cake is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Angel Food Cake lactose free?

Yes, Angel Food Cake is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Angel Food Cake?

100g of Angel Food Cake contains 196 kcal, 4.3g protein, 44g carbohydrates, 0.2g fat, and 1.4g fiber.

Q.04Is Angel Food Cake vegetarian?

Yes, Angel Food Cake is vegetarian but not vegan.

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