Caramel color
Medium GI
GL 41 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Very high glycemic load
Caramel color has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Oct 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 4.5 per 100 g Chicory root fiber syrup provides a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 4.45 vs 41) while serving as a functional sweetener alternative.
Chicory root fiber sweetener (inulin) - GL 5 per 100 g Cocoa powder offers a much lower glycemic load (GL 11.66 vs 41) and can provide deep color and flavor in recipes where caramel color is typically used.
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Caramel color is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 7 g | 2.7 |
| 1 tablespoon | 20 g | 8.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 68 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 68 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 68 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- No saturated fats
- Very high glycemic load
- High added sugar content
- Highly processed additive
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Caramel color?
Caramel color has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 41 per 100 g.
Is Caramel color good for people with insulin resistance?
Caramel color has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chicory root fiber sweetener (inulin).
How does Caramel color affect blood sugar?
Caramel color has a glycemic load of 41 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Caramel color in the Logi app, with your portion.
