Cocoa Powder
Low GI
GL 10 per cup (86 g) · GL 11.7 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- High levels of saturated fat
Cocoa Powder has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (86 g) adds a glycemic load of 10.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169593 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Cocoa Powder
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 5 g | 0.6 |
| 1 cup | 86 g | 10 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 228 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 33.2 g |
| Soluble | 9.96 g |
| Insoluble | 23.24 g |
| Protein | 19.6 g |
| Fat | 13.7 g |
| Saturated | 8.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.6 g |
| Sodium | 21 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Excellent source of dietary fiber
- Rich in antioxidant polyphenols
- High levels of saturated fat
- Potential for heavy metal contamination if not organic
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Cocoa Powder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cocoa Powder?
Cocoa Powder has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (86 g) has a glycemic load of 10; per 100 g the glycemic load is 11.7.
Is Cocoa Powder good for people with insulin resistance?
Cocoa Powder has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cocoa Powder has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cocoa Powder in this database, Cocoa powder with stevia has the lowest glycemic load (3.3 per 100 g).
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