Know what’s on your plate

White cake with coconut frosting

Calories & nutrition facts

prepared from recipe

356

calorieskcal per 100 g

Protein4.4 g

Carbs62 g

Fat10 g

Percent calories

Log this food in Calori

Nutrition facts

Per 100 g% DV

Calories 356 kcal —
Protein 4.4 g 9%
Carbohydrate 62 g 23%
Fat 10 g 13%
Saturated fat 3.9 g 19%
Fibre 1 g 4%
Sugars 57 g —
Sodium 284 mg 12%
Cholesterol 1 mg 0%

Vitamins & minerals

Per 100 g% DV

Vitamins

Vitamin A 12 µg 1%
Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0%
Vitamin D 0.2 µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.12 mg 1%
Vitamin K 4.1 µg 3%
Thiamin (B1) 0.13 mg 11%
Riboflavin (B2) 0.19 mg 15%
Niacin (B3) 1.1 mg 7%
Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.17 mg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.03 mg 2%
Folate (B9) 31 µg 8%
Vitamin B12 0.06 µg 3%
Choline 6 mg 1%

Minerals

Calcium 90 mg 7%
Iron 1.2 mg 6%
Magnesium 12 mg 3%
Phosphorus 70 mg 6%
Potassium 99 mg 2%
Zinc 0.33 mg 3%
Copper 0.07 mg 7%
Manganese 0.28 mg 12%
Selenium 10.7 µg 19%

Calories by portion

Portion	Weight	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
100 g	100 g	356	4.4 g	62 g	10 g
1 × oz	28.4 g	101	1.2 g	18 g	2.9 g
1 × piece (1/12 of 9" dia)	112 g	399	4.9 g	70 g	12 g
2 × oz	56.7 g	202	2.5 g	35 g	5.8 g
½ × oz	14.2 g	50	0.6 g	8.8 g	1.5 g
3 × oz	85.1 g	303	3.7 g	53 g	8.8 g
4 × oz	113.4 g	404	5 g	71 g	12 g

Similar foods

Questions about White cake with coconut frosting

How do you stop coconut frosting sliding off white cake?

Let the cake cool completely before frosting it; even a slightly warm sponge can soften the icing. If the frosting feels loose, chill it briefly until spreadable, then finish with a layer of desiccated coconut to help disguise any unevenness.

Can you freeze white cake with coconut frosting?

Yes. Freeze it uncovered until the frosting is firm, then wrap individual slices well; thaw them in the fridge or at room temperature while still wrapped to limit condensation. Cream-cheese or whipped-cream frosting is best kept frozen and thawed in the fridge.

How should you store white cake with coconut frosting?

Keep it covered so the sponge does not dry out. A simple buttercream frosting can usually be kept in a cool place for a day or two; refrigerate cake with cream-cheese or whipped-cream frosting, and bring it towards room temperature before serving.

What goes well with white cake with coconut frosting?

Fresh pineapple, mango or tart berries cut through the sweet frosting; serve the fruit alongside rather than piling it on, which can make the cake soggy. Tea or coffee also balances the sweetness.

Can you toast the coconut for the frosting?

Yes: spread the coconut in a dry pan and stir over a low heat for a few minutes, until lightly golden, or bake it at 160 °C for about 5–8 minutes, checking often. Cool it completely before scattering it over the frosting, as residual heat can soften the icing.

What is the difference between white cake with coconut frosting and coconut cake?

White cake with coconut frosting is a white sponge finished with coconut-flavoured icing or coconut on top; coconut cake usually has coconut worked into the sponge as well. Recipes vary, so the name alone does not guarantee how much coconut is inside.

What can you use instead of coconut frosting on white cake?

Vanilla buttercream or a simple lemon icing both work with the mild sponge. For coconut flavour without a thick frosting, spread a thin layer of vanilla icing and finish with toasted desiccated coconut.

Does white cake with coconut frosting contain common allergens?

It commonly contains wheat, egg and milk, and some recipes use coconut or other nuts; ingredients vary by recipe. If you are avoiding an allergen, check the ingredient list and any cross-contact warning rather than relying on the cake’s name.

Source: USDA FoodData Central 172698 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded