Chocolate sponge cake
High GI
GL 14.7 per typical slice (30 g) · GL 49 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- Extremely high glycemic load
Chocolate sponge cake has a glycemic index of 75, the same as plain Massa de bolo (75). One typical slice (30 g) adds a glycemic load of 14.7.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 3 per 100 g Significantly lower glycemic load due to the use of healthy fats and protein from almonds instead of refined wheat flour.
Almond flour cocoa cake base - GL 8 per 100 g Provides antioxidants and fiber with a much smaller impact on blood glucose levels compared to traditional cake.
Almonds coated in dark chocolate with minimal added sugars
Forms of Massa de bolo
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 65 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 38 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 32 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Contains some unsaturated fats
- Extremely high glycemic load
- High added sugar content
- Refined carbohydrates with low fiber
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chocolate sponge cake?
Chocolate sponge cake has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical slice (30 g) has a glycemic load of 14.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 49.
Is Chocolate sponge cake good for people with insulin resistance?
Chocolate sponge cake has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour cocoa cake base.
Which form of Massa de bolo has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Massa de bolo in this database, Protein sponge cake (whey or plant-based, egg whites) has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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