Peanut brittle
Medium GI
GL 43.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 36 per 100 g
- Contains plant protein
- High added sugar content
Peanut brittle has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 43.2.
Updated Jul 12, 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 These offer a satisfying crunch and texture similar to brittle but with a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 3 vs 36).
Nut and seed clusters (egg white or fiber syrup bound) - GL 7 per 100 g High-percentage dark chocolate satisfies a sweet craving with minimal impact on blood sugar compared to the high-sugar peanut brittle.
85% dark chocolate - GL 2.7 per 100 g These provide a savory, crunchy alternative that eliminates the refined sugar spike of brittle, keeping the glycemic load at just 1.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 60 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 45 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 40 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Saturated | 4 g |
| Unsaturated | 16 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains plant protein
- Source of healthy fats (peanuts)
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Processed sweet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Peanut brittle?
Peanut brittle has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 43.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 36.
Is Peanut brittle good for people with insulin resistance?
Peanut brittle has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Nut and seed clusters (egg white or fiber syrup bound).
How does Peanut brittle affect blood sugar?
Peanut brittle has a glycemic load of 36 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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