Cake, cherry fudge with chocolate frosting
FDC 174933oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 15 · -25 vs Baked goods medianThis cherry fudge cake with chocolate frosting scores 15 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band result that ranks 56 of 60 within Baked goods. Its one notable figure is a good 15% DV of vitamin C, likely from the cherry component, though it's not enough to offset the dessert's overall composition.
It's a classic layered dessert cut into slices for a birthday or gathering rather than everyday eating, and a 28 g piece, roughly an ounce, is the reference serving here. Sugar is the main limit at 32.9 g per 100 g, with saturated fat also elevated at 5.1 g per 100 g from the frosting; fig bar cookies are a same-category treat that scores noticeably higher.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | 13% |
| Total fat | 13 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 164 mg | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 38 g | 14% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 33 g | |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
| Potassium | 166 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 14 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 80 µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0.75 mg | 5% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 9.2 g | |
| Protein | 0.67 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 46 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.31 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 5.3 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 22 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 174933Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the baked goods median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Cherry fudge cake is a chocolate layer cake studded with maraschino or dried cherries throughout the batter, finished with a thick fudge-style chocolate frosting between the layers and over the top. It's a bakery and birthday-party staple, cut into slices and served with coffee, milk, or a scoop of ice cream on the side. The cherries add pockets of tartness and moisture against the dense, rich frosting, and some recipes fold cherry juice or syrup into the batter itself for extra flavor and a faint pink tint to the crumb.
Bakery cakes like this keep well covered at room temperature for two to three days, or refrigerated for up to a week if the frosting contains cream cheese or dairy; individual slices can be wrapped tightly and frozen for longer storage, then thawed at room temperature before serving. At 264 calories and 32.9 grams of sugar per 100 grams, it's a dessert best enjoyed in a modest slice alongside a meal rather than as a regular snack. The 15% Daily Value for vitamin C per 100 grams comes from the cherries and frosting ingredients rather than making the cake a meaningful source of the nutrient, so it's worth treating as an occasional indulgence, not a food to build a day of eating around.
Frequently asked questions about cake
How many calories are in cherry fudge cake with chocolate frosting?
Per 100 grams it has 264 calories and 32.9 grams of sugar.
How should this cake be stored?
Keep it covered at room temperature for two to three days, refrigerate up to a week, or freeze slices for longer storage.
Does this cake provide vitamin C?
It shows 15% of the Daily Value for vitamin C per 100 grams, coming from the cherries and frosting rather than being a significant dietary source.