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Entenmann's Cake, Party
Bakery
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Entenmann's Cake, Party

Entenmann's
18 oz
Available at Foodtown
370
Calories
2g
Protein
36g
Sugars
220mg
Sodium
88
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Entenmann's Cake, Party (18 oz) is the familiar, shelf-ready party cake you’ll find tucked in the grocery bakery section or center-store bakery case, typically sitting near other pre-decorated cakes, cupcakes, donuts, and boxed dessert items — often adjacent to disposable plates, candles, and party supplies. It reads as an easy celebration solution for last-minute birthdays, office parties, or backyard get-togethers: shoppers grab a ready-frosted white cake with colorful sprinkles instead of baking from scratch. The brand leans on nostalgia and family occasions, positioned as an accessible, mainstream bakery brand geared toward busy parents and hosts who want a guaranteed classic crowd-pleaser; marketing emphasizes convenience, celebration, and American-style indulgence more than nutrition. The label usually features bright, kid-friendly graphics and photography of the frosted cake; it does not carry organic certification and includes no explicit “all-natural” guarantees—any health halos come from nostalgic bakery-style wording rather than ingredient simplicity. In plain terms, this is a highly processed packaged cake that relies on refined flours, multiple sweeteners, emulsifiers, artificial colors, and preservatives to achieve consistent texture and shelf stability. Sensory details: a soft, fine crumb with a moist, slightly chewy bite, sweet white buttercream-like frosting, and crunchy sugary sprinkles; the product is sold in a plastic tray with a clear dome lid that invites communal cutting and serving. Rituals around use include singing “Happy Birthday,” office breakroom slices, or popping it out for an impromptu celebration — fast, familiar, and designed for sharing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.167
Servings per Container: 6
Calories370
% Daily Value*
Total Fat19g24%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate49g18%
Total Sugars36g
Added Sugars35g70%
Protein2g
* 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.

Ingredients

Sugar,, Water,, Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, Vegetable, Shortening, [Palm,, Soybean],, Eggs,, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Glycerin,, Corn, Syrup,, Invert, Sugar,, Whey,, Food, Starch, Modified, (Corn, And/Or, Wheat),, Leavening, [Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Monocalcium, Phosphate],, Mono-, And, Diglycerides,, Glyceryl, Lactoesters, Of, Fatty, Acids,, Salt,, Hydrogenated, Palm, Kernel, Oil,, Natural, And, Artificial, Flavors,, Potassium, Sorbate,, Cornstarch,, Rice, Starch,, Polysorbate, 60,, Xanthan, Gum,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Confectioner'S, Glaze,, Yellow, 5, And, 6,, Calcium, Chloride,, Red, 40,, Soy, Flour,, Wheat, Starch,, Agar,, Carnauba, Wax,, Tapioca, Starch,, Cellulose, Gum,, Blue, 1,, Dextrose..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono- And Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (emulsifiers, modified starches, artificial colors, hydrogenated oils, preservatives) and is formulated for shelf stability and consistent sensory properties, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Entenmann's Cake, Party

Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy!' The Party Cake isn't exactly a nutrient powerhouse—it's more of a sweet treat with a hefty dose of sugar (36g per serving!). If you're looking for something to fuel your day, this cake might not be the best choice, but if you're celebrating a special occasion, it's definitely a fun addition!

Perfect For

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