Calories in Victoria Sponge
Victoria Sponge has about 266 calories per 1 slice (75 g), or 354 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 2.8 g protein, 41.3 g carbs and 11.1 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from the UK's McCance & Widdowson CoFID dataset (Cake, sponge, with jam and butter cream, retail (CoFID 11-831)).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 slice (75 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 354 kcal | 266 kcal |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 2.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55.1 g | 41.3 g |
| Fat | 14.8 g | 11.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 0.9 g |
| Sugar | 37.6 g | 28.2 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 165 mg |
About Victoria Sponge
Two layers of butter sponge sandwiched with jam and buttercream, dusted with sugar. A slice is about 266 kcal.
Tip: Fresh cream fillings are a little lighter than buttercream. Cutting the cake into 10 slices rather than 8 is an easy win.
Burn off 266 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking59 min
- Running24 min
- Cycling33 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in Victoria sponge?+
About 266 kcal per 1 slice (75 g), or 354 kcal per 100 g.
Is Victoria sponge high in protein?+
Not really — 1 slice gives about 2.8 g protein, only 4% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from carbs.
Is Victoria sponge good for weight loss?+
Victoria sponge is calorie-dense (354 kcal per 100 g), so portions add up quickly. It can still fit a weight-loss diet as an occasional food if you log the portion honestly.
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