Marmalade cake

Marmalade cake is a moist, sweet-tart British tea-time treat that typically features a light sponge or butter cake base generously flavored and often topped with citrus marmalade. Its core ingredients usually include flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and a substantial amount of orange or lemon marmalade, which provides both flavor and moisture. It is a classic example of a simple, comforting home bake from the United Kingdom.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cake is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and flour, with a modest amount of protein from eggs. A standard slice provides a quick energy boost and some small amounts of vitamins from the citrus fruit in the marmalade, but is generally considered an indulgent treat with a calorie count likely in the 300-450 range per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	35 g
Sodium	220 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Vitamin C	3 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.08 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.8 mg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the British tradition of using pantry staples like marmalade to create delicious, no-fuss baking. Nutritionally, the marmalade itself adds a unique twist by incorporating fruit peel, which contributes a small amount of dietary fiber not found in many other cakes.