Viennese Sachertorte Chocolate Cake
Quick answer
A medium portion of Viennese Sachertorte Chocolate Cake (90 g) contains 328 kcal, with 41 g of net carbohydrates and 4.5 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 64 (Medium) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 26.2 (High) for its actual effect.
- Carbs43.2 g52.6%
- Protein4.5 g5.5%
- Fat15.3 g41.9%
- Fibre2.2 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
An icon of Vienna’s historic cafés: a dense chocolate sponge with a thin layer of smooth apricot jam, coated in a firm, glossy dark chocolate glaze. Its authentic Austrian character balances the bitterness of fine chocolate with the natural tartness of apricot, and it is traditionally served with black coffee without added sugar.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
It is traditionally cut into thin slices because it is so dense and filling; a small slice with coffee gives you the full pleasure with built-in portion control.
Best preparation methods
Using a 100%-fruit apricot spread without refined sugar lowers the overall glycemic load.
Important Nutritional Note
The glaze on top is rich in fast-digested sugars, so count it in your daily carbohydrate total.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (90 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 365 kcal | 328.5 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g | 4.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 48 g | 43.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 41 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 15.3 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.5 g | 2.2 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 28 (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the apricot jam do?
It keeps the sponge moist and cuts through the richness of the chocolate with a light tang.
Is it rich compared with other cakes?
Its fat content is moderate and lower than buttercream cakes, as it relies mainly on cocoa and eggs.
How can I slow down the absorption of its sugars?
Eat it after a meal with vegetables and lean protein, and avoid sweetened drinks alongside it.
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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.