Cake base
High GI
GL 13.5 per typical slice (30 g) · GL 45 per 100 g
- Provides quick energy
- High added sugar content
Cake base has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical slice (30 g) adds a glycemic load of 13.5.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.3 per 100 g Almond flour has a significantly lower GI of 5 and GL of 1, providing a much more stable blood sugar response compared to the cake base.
Almond flour - GL 0.1 per 100 g Flaxseed meal is an excellent low-glycemic alternative with a GI of 5 and GL of 1, which helps prevent the sharp glucose spikes associated with traditional cake bases.
Ground flaxseed and water mixture (flax egg) - GL 26.5 per 100 g Coconut flour offers a much lower GL of 3 compared to the cake base, making it a more blood-sugar-friendly option for baking.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 60 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 28 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 25 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Provides quick energy
- Contains some protein
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Ultra-processed ingredients
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cake base?
Cake base has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical slice (30 g) has a glycemic load of 13.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 45.
Is Cake base good for people with insulin resistance?
Cake base has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
How does Cake base affect blood sugar?
Cake base has a glycemic load of 45 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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