Nutrition Facts

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N/A servings per container

Serving size 2 cakes (91g)

Amount per serving
Calories 320
% Daily Value*
Sodium 440mg 19%
Protein 3g 6%
Total Fat 12g 15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Added Sugars 37g 74%
Total Sugars 38g
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Cupcake Calories

Hostess Cupcakes are a classic American snack cake, known for their chocolate cake, creamy filling, and signature white icing swirl. A standard serving size is two cakes, which weighs approximately 91 grams. In this portion, there are 320 calories. A significant portion of these calories comes from carbohydrates and fats. Understanding the caloric content is important for anyone tracking their daily intake, perhaps using a calorie counter or a maintenance calorie calculator to manage their weight.

Nutritional Profile

The nutritional breakdown of Hostess Cupcakes shows that they are high in sugar and fat. A two-cake serving contains 52 grams of total carbohydrates, with a substantial 38 grams coming from total sugars, including 37 grams of added sugars. This amount represents 74% of the recommended daily value for added sugars. The fat content is 12 grams, with 6 grams of that being saturated fat, which accounts for 30% of the daily value. For those aiming to create a calorie deficit for weight loss, high-calorie, low-nutrient snacks like these should be consumed in moderation. While they are a tasty treat, they offer minimal dietary fiber and protein, with only 2 grams and 3 grams per serving, respectively.