Is vanilla cake (frosted) keto?
Vanilla cake (frosted)
Even a modest slice of frosted yellow cake has about 37 g net carbs; the frosting alone is mostly powdered sugar.
Nutrition per serving
1 slice · 67 g- Net carbs
- 38g
- Calories
- 262kcal
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 12g
- Total carbs
- 38 g
- Fiber
- 0.2 g
About 8.9 g of vanilla cake (frosted) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 13% of a typical serving.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | 391 kcal |
| Total carbohydrate | 38 g | 56 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Net carbs | 38 g | 56 g |
| Sugars | 28 g | 42 g |
| Protein | 2 g | 3 g |
| Fat | 12 g | 18 g |
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Frequently asked questions
Is vanilla cake (frosted) keto?
No — vanilla cake (frosted) is not keto-friendly. Even a modest slice of frosted yellow cake has about 37 g net carbs; the frosting alone is mostly powdered sugar.
How many net carbs are in vanilla cake (frosted)?
1 slice (67 g) of vanilla cake (frosted) has about 38 g net carbs (38 g total carbs minus 0.2 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 56 g net carbs.
How much vanilla cake (frosted) can I eat on keto?
About 8.9 g of vanilla cake (frosted) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 13% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 188% of your carbs.
What is a good keto substitute for vanilla cake (frosted)?
Try almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol. See our full guide: keto substitutes for desserts & sweets.
