Black forest cake

GI 65 · ModerateGL 27 / 100 g2/10

Medium GI

65 GI

GL 27 per 100 g

Logi score 2/10

Contains some dietary fiber
High sugar content

Black forest cake has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).

Updated Aug 15, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Avocado chocolate mousse (with monk fruit)
GL 1 per 100 g This provides a rich, chocolatey experience with a significantly lower GL of 1 compared to 27, minimizing the blood sugar spike.
Almond flour cocoa cake base
GL 3 per 100 g This offers a cake-like texture while drastically reducing the glycemic impact from a GL of 27 to 3.

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

320

Calories

42 g

Carbs

4 g

Protein

15 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	320 kcal
Carbohydrates	42 g
Sugars (Total)	28 g
Natural	8 g
Added	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Soluble	0.6 g
Insoluble	1.4 g
Protein	4 g
Fat	15 g
Saturated	8 g
Unsaturated	7 g
Sodium	180 mg

Processing Level

95%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Contains some dietary fiber
Provides small amounts of protein
High sugar content
High saturated fat
Ultra-processed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Black forest cake?

Black forest cake has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 27 per 100 g.

Is Black forest cake good for people with insulin resistance?

Black forest cake has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Avocado chocolate mousse (with monk fruit).

How does Black forest cake affect blood sugar?

Black forest cake has a glycemic load of 27 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.

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