Calories in Cupcake (frosted)

231kcal per 1 cupcake (65 g)

356 kcal per 100 g · about 12% of a 2,000-kcal day

A frosted cupcake is about 231 calories, with the swirl on top rivaling the cake beneath it for sugar. Its built-in portion size is part of the charm.

Cupcake (frosted) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 1 cupcake
Calories356 kcal231 kcal
Protein3.5 g2.3 g
Carbs55 g35.8 g
Fat14 g9.1 g
Fiber0.8 g0.5 g
Sugar40 g26 g

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Values based on USDA FoodData Central reference entries. Actual nutrition varies with variety, preparation, and portion. © 2026 NibbleCal.