Chocolate frosting

GI 75 · HighGL 8 / tablespoon1/10

High GI

75 GI

GL 8 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 53 per 100 g

Logi score 1/10

Provides quick energy
Very high added sugar

Chocolate frosting has a glycemic index of 75, lower than plain Frosting (sugar, palm oil, colorings) (80). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.

Updated Jul 12, 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 mousse provides a rich, chocolatey experience with a significantly lower GL of 1 compared to 53, preventing sharp blood sugar spikes.
Greek yogurt frosting
GL 1 per 100 g This swap offers a creamy, protein-rich alternative to traditional frosting with a much lower GI of 20, supporting better glycemic control.

Forms of Frosting (sugar, palm oil, colorings)

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

420

Calories

70 g

Carbs

1 g

Protein

16 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	420 kcal
Carbohydrates	70 g
Sugars (Total)	65 g
Natural	5 g
Added	60 g
Fiber	2 g
Soluble	0.6 g
Insoluble	1.4 g
Protein	1 g
Fat	16 g
Saturated	7 g
Unsaturated	7 g
Sodium	120 mg

Processing Level

95%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Provides quick energy
Contains some cocoa antioxidants
Very high added sugar
Ultra-processed
High glycemic load

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Allergens

No EU-14 allergen listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Chocolate frosting?

Chocolate frosting has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 53.

Is Chocolate frosting good for people with insulin resistance?

Chocolate frosting has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Avocado chocolate mousse (with monk fruit).

Which form of Frosting (sugar, palm oil, colorings) has the lowest glycemic load?

Chocolate frosting has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Frosting (sugar, palm oil, colorings) in this database (53 per 100 g).

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