Dessert
How many calories in Carrot Cake?
A moist and flavorful cake made with grated carrots, nuts, and spices.
Per 100 g
350 kcal
Slice
350 kcal
(100 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 3 g / 100g | 50 g / 100g | 15 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 3% · Carbs 58% · Fat 39%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- Slice (100 g, 350 kcal) is 18% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning slice takes about 85 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Carrot Cake is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 187 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Tropical Fruit Smoothie Bowl | 80 | 2 g |
| Mango Lime Sorbet | 120 | 0.5 g |
| Mango Sticky Rice Balls | 200 | 3 g |
| Caramel Apple Nachos | 210 | 1 g |
| Raspberry-Lemon Muffins | 325 | 4.5 g |
| Carrot Cake | 350 | 3 g |
Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.
Serving sizes
| Serving | Grams | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Slice | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| Whole Cake | 1500 g | 5250 kcal |
Health score
4/10
Weight loss suitability
Moderate in calories; enjoy in moderation.
Frequently asked questions
- Is carrot cake healthy?
- It contains carrots but is high in sugar.
- Can I make it with whole wheat flour?
- Yes, whole wheat flour can be substituted.
- Does it freeze well?
- Yes, carrot cake freezes well for up to 3 months.
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