Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates
Low GI
GL 3.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 21.6 per 100 g
- No added sugars
- Moderate glycemic load
Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates has a glycemic index of 45, lower than plain Chocolate sauce (65). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.2.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g This spread offers a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 18) due to the healthy fats and fiber in tahini, making it a much steadier choice for blood sugar.
Tahini and cocoa spread - GL 4.5 per 100 g Replacing date-based sauce with a nut-butter blend reduces the GL from 18 to 3, providing a more stable energy release through healthy fats and protein.
Natural nut butter with unsweetened cocoa and minimal sweetener - GL 7 per 100 g High-percentage dark chocolate has a much lower glycemic load (GL 4 vs 18) and provides a satisfying chocolate flavor with minimal impact on blood glucose.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 36 g |
| Natural | 36 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 1.8 g |
| Insoluble | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.3 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- No added sugars
- Contains fiber from dates
- Natural sweetener
- Moderate glycemic load
- Still high in natural sugars
- Moderate processing level
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates?
Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 3.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 21.6.
Is Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates good for people with insulin resistance?
Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Chocolate sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Homemade chocolate sauce with pureed dates has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Chocolate sauce in this database (21.6 per 100 g).
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