Cocoa (processed with alkali)
Low GI
GL 1.8 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 11.7 per 100 g
- Very high fiber content
- Moderate processing (alkalization)
Cocoa (processed with alkali) has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Cocoa Mass (20). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.8.
Updated Nov 10, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Cocoa Mass
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Cocoa (processed with alkali) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 228 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 32 g |
| Soluble | 9.6 g |
| Insoluble | 22.4 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 high fiber content
- Low sugar content
- Contains antioxidants
- Moderate processing (alkalization)
- Some loss of antioxidants compared to natural cocoa
- Contains saturated fat
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cocoa (processed with alkali)?
Cocoa (processed with alkali) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 1.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 11.7.
Is Cocoa (processed with alkali) good for people with insulin resistance?
Cocoa (processed with alkali) 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 Mass has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cocoa Mass in this database, Cocoa drink has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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