Chocolate Snack Cake

Chocolate Snack Cake is a simple, moist, and portable chocolate cake, often baked in a sheet pan or loaf pan for easy slicing and serving. It typically features ingredients like flour, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, butter or oil, and milk, making it a beloved treat in American home baking. This cake is designed for casual, everyday enjoyment, perfect for lunchboxes or afternoon snacks.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Chocolate Snack Cake is generally high in carbohydrates and fats, providing quick energy but limited protein. A standard slice (about 60-80 grams) contains roughly 200-300 calories, along with some iron from cocoa and small amounts of calcium if dairy is used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	50 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	250 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin A	40 µg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Folate	30 µg

Per 1 piece (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the convenience-focused side of American dessert culture, prioritizing ease and shareability over elaborate presentation. Nutritionally, its use of cocoa offers antioxidants like flavonoids, though the benefits are often offset by added sugars and fats.