Angel food cake
Medium GI
GL 39 per 100 g
- Very low fat content
- Extremely high glycemic load
Angel food cake has a glycemic index of 67 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 3 per 100 g It provides healthy fats and protein to stabilize blood sugar, unlike the high-carb spike of angel food cake.
Almond flour yogurt cake (naturally sweetened) - GL 2 per 100 g This combination offers high-quality protein and antioxidants with a much lower glycemic response than refined wheat and sugar products.
Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 42 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 40 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low fat content
- Low calorie density compared to other cakes
- Extremely high glycemic load
- High added sugar content
- Negligible fiber and protein
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Angel food cake?
Angel food cake has a glycemic index of 67 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 39 per 100 g.
Is Angel food cake good for people with insulin resistance?
Angel food cake has a medium glycemic index (67). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour yogurt cake (naturally sweetened).
How does Angel food cake affect blood sugar?
Angel food cake has a glycemic load of 39 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Angel food cake in the Logi app, with your portion.
