Cinnamon roll dough
High GI
GL 50.4 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 42 per 100 g
- Contains some protein
- Very high glycemic load
Cinnamon roll dough has a glycemic index of 75, higher than plain Basic Wheat Dough (70). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 50.4.
Updated Nov 16, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 3 per 100 g Almond flour cinnamon rolls have a much lower glycemic load and are higher in fiber and healthy fats.
Cinnamon rolls made with almond flour, eggs, and a low-gi sweetener - GL 17 per 100 g These muffins provide more fiber, less added sugar, and a lower glycemic impact than commercial cinnamon rolls.
Whole cinnamon muffin - GL 1 per 100 g This option is high in protein, low in sugar, and has a minimal glycemic impact, making it suitable for insulin resistance.
Plain greek yogurt with cinnamon and walnuts
Forms of Basic Wheat Dough
- GI 70 · GL 38 per 100 g
Basic Wheat Dough - Whole grain doughGI 50 · GL 23 per 100 g whole
- Fried dough ballsGI 75 · GL 34 per 100 g fried
- GI 75 · GL 36 per 100 g brand: pillsbury
Pilsberries Grain - GI 75 · GL 41 per 100 g flammkuchen
Tart dough - Dough for stuffed pocketsGI 75 · GL 45 per 100 g sofficini
- GI 75 · GL 45 per 100 g gluten free
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 56 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 22 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 4 g |
| Unsaturated | 7 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some protein
- Source of quick energy
- Very high glycemic load
- High in added sugars
- Highly processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cinnamon roll dough?
Cinnamon roll dough has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 50.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 42.
Is Cinnamon roll dough good for people with insulin resistance?
Cinnamon roll dough has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Cinnamon rolls made with almond flour, eggs, and a low-gi sweetener.
Which form of Basic Wheat Dough has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Basic Wheat Dough in this database, Whole grain dough has the lowest glycemic load (23 per 100 g).
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