Spiced Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Quick answer
A medium portion of Spiced Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting (100 g) contains 345 kcal, with 43.6 g of net carbohydrates and 4.5 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 58 (Medium) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 25.3 (High) for its actual effect.
- Carbs46 g53.2%
- Protein4.5 g5.2%
- Fat16 g41.6%
- Fibre2.4 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
One of the warmest and best-loved bakes: warm cinnamon and ginger, the moistness of freshly grated carrot and the crunch of walnuts, topped with smooth cream cheese frosting. Carrots rich in fibre and beta-carotene and walnuts full of healthy fats help give it a more moderate glycemic index than traditional white cakes.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Scraping off part of the sweet frosting with your fork noticeably cuts simple sugars and calories while keeping the spiced flavour of the cake.
Best preparation methods
Make it with oat or wholewheat flour, add more walnuts and carrot, and use a reduced-fat cream cheese with a modest amount of sweetener for the frosting.
Important Nutritional Note
Cinnamon is a spice that nutrition studies link with steadier sugar metabolism, which makes it a positive addition to the recipe.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 345 kcal | 345 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 46 g | 46 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 43.6 g |
| Fat | 16 g | 16 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.4 g | 2.4 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Sweets & desserts with a glycemic index (54), it ranks 16 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is it healthy just because it contains carrots?
It is richer in nutrients such as vitamin A and fibre, but it is still a cake with energy and sugars that call for moderation.
Why is its index (58) better than ordinary cake?
Thanks to the fibre in the carrots and the healthy plant fats in the walnuts, which slow the breakdown of starch.
Does it suit low-carb diets?
A slice contains about 43 g of net carbohydrate, so it fits balanced diets with careful portion counting.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.