Chocolate coating
Medium GI
GL 79.2 per cup (240 g) · GL 33 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High added sugar content
Chocolate coating has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One cup (240 g) adds a glycemic load of 79.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 7 per 100 g Dark chocolate provides a similar indulgent experience with a significantly lower glycemic load (4 vs 33), leading to a much smaller blood sugar spike.
85% dark chocolate - GL 2.9 per 100 g Cacao nibs offer a deep chocolate flavor with a minimal glycemic impact (GL 2.9), making them an excellent low-sugar alternative for satisfying chocolate cravings.
Cacao nibs (crushed cacao beans, unsweetened)
Forms of Chocolate coating
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 5 |
| 1 cup | 240 g | 79.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 60 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 54 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 50 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Saturated | 18 g |
| Unsaturated | 12 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Provides quick energy
- High added sugar content
- High saturated fat
- Ultra-processed
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chocolate coating?
Chocolate coating has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One cup (240 g) has a glycemic load of 79.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 33.
Is Chocolate coating good for people with insulin resistance?
Chocolate coating has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is 85% dark chocolate.
Which form of Chocolate coating has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Chocolate coating in this database, Chocolate coating no sugar has the lowest glycemic load (5.3 per 100 g).
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