Tomato Soup Cake

Tomato Soup Cake is a vintage American dessert, popular during the mid-20th century, that surprisingly uses condensed tomato soup as a key ingredient in the batter. It's a moist, spiced cake, often made with cinnamon, cloves, and raisins or nuts, and typically topped with a cream cheese frosting.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cake is high in carbohydrates from sugar and flour, with a moderate amount of fat from the frosting and any added nuts. A typical slice provides a quick energy boost and some iron from the tomato soup, with a calorie range of approximately 350-450 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	24 g
Sodium	320 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin C	4 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Magnesium	20 mg

Per 1 slice (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The cake is a fascinating piece of culinary history, born from the Great Depression and WWII-era ingenuity, where canned goods were used to stretch ingredients and add moisture. Nutritionally, the tomato soup contributes a subtle tang and extra moisture without a strong vegetable flavor, showcasing a clever use of pantry staples.