Almond butter
Low GI
GL 7.7 per cup (256 g) · GL 3 per 100 g
- High in healthy unsaturated fats
- High calorie density
Almond butter has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (256 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.7.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2262074 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Almond butter
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 16 g | 0.5 |
| 1 cup | 256 g | 7.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 614 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 18.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 11.8 g |
| Soluble | 3.5 g |
| Insoluble | 8.3 g |
| Protein | 21.2 g |
| Fat | 55.5 g |
| Saturated | 4.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 49.5 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High in healthy unsaturated fats
- Good source of protein and fiber
- No added sugars
- High calorie density
- Moderate processing level
- Contains some saturated fat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Almond butter?
Almond butter has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (256 g) has a glycemic load of 7.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 3.
Is Almond butter good for people with insulin resistance?
Almond butter has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Almond butter has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Almond butter in this database, Almond butter and unsweetened cocoa powder blend has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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