Defatted cocoa
Low GI
GL 1.7 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 11.7 per 100 g
Defatted cocoa has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Cocoa Powder (20). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.7.
Updated Oct 16, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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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 | 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
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Defatted cocoa?
Defatted cocoa has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 1.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 11.7.
Is Defatted cocoa good for people with insulin resistance?
Defatted cocoa 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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