Victoria Sponge Cake

Victoria Sponge Cake

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Target diet: Keto

Victoria Sponge Cake · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (52.4g/100g).

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On the label

with WheatflourCalcium CarbonateIronNiacinThiamin) Butterfrom Fruit) Acidity779) Regulator: E331Milk) Raising Agent: E450

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)52.4 g
Sugars (per 100g)31.8 g
Fat (per 100g)18.5 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
398 kcal
Fat
18.5 g
Saturated fat
10.2 g
high
Carbohydrates
52.4 g
Sugars
31.8 g
high
Fibre
0.9 g
Protein
5.1 g
Salt
0.5 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Nut Sugar Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin) Butter (Milk) Pasteurised Egg Strawberry Jam (Sugar Strawberry Purée Clucose-Fructose Syrup Acid: Citric Acid Celling Agent: Pectin (from Fruit) Acidity (779) Regulator: E331 (i)) Humectant: Clycerol Buttermilk Whole 1280 Milk Clotted Cream (Milk) Raising Agent: E450, Sodium 305 Bicarbonate Emulsifier: E481, E471, E475 Salt Madagascan 14.2g Vanilla Extract Palm Oil Cornflour. per 100g per cake 1669 398 18.5g 10.29 7.89 s grasses saturates gras saturés Fate/Glucides 52.4g 40.2g sugars/dont sucres 31.8g 24.4g es alimentaires 0.99 0.7g Protéines 5.19 3.9g 0,659 e intake (adult) 8400kJ/

Detailed analysis: why is Victoria Sponge Cake not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Victoria Sponge Cake is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (52.4g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Nut Sugar Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin) Butter (Milk) Pasteurised Egg Strawberry Jam (Sugar Strawberry Purée Clucose-Fructose Syrup Acid: Citric Acid Celling Agent: Pectin (from Fruit) Acidity (779) Regulator: E331 (i)) Humectant: Clycerol Buttermilk Whole 1280 Milk Clotted Cream (Milk) Raising Agent: E450, Sodium 305 Bicarbonate Emulsifier: E481, E471, E475 Salt Madagascan 14.2g Vanilla Extract Palm Oil Cornflour. per 100g per cake 1669 398 18.5g 10.29 7.89 s grasses saturates gras saturés Fate/Glucides 52.4g 40.2g sugars/dont sucres 31.8g 24.4g es alimentaires 0.99 0.7g Protéines 5.19 3.9g 0,659 e intake (adult) 8400kJ/. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Victoria Sponge Cake contains 398 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 18.5g of fat, and 52.4g of carbohydrates (31.8g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Victoria Sponge Cake Keto?

No, Victoria Sponge Cake is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (52.4g/100g).

Does Victoria Sponge Cake contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Nut Sugar Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin) Butter (Milk) Pasteurised Egg Strawberry Jam (Sugar S...

What are the nutritional facts of Victoria Sponge Cake?

Victoria Sponge Cake contains 398 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 52.4g of carbohydrates, and 18.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in Victoria Sponge Cake?

Victoria Sponge Cake lists 31.8 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Victoria Sponge Cake ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Victoria Sponge Cake is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Victoria Sponge Cake on a Keto diet?

No, Victoria Sponge Cake is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.