Classic Donut
High GI
GL 44.4 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 37 per 100 g
- Provides some protein
- Very high glycemic load
Classic Donut has a glycemic index of 76 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 44.4.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 2 per 100 g This swap offers a significantly lower glycemic load (2 vs 37) and provides protein and fiber to stabilize blood sugar compared to the donut.
Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds - GL 1 per 100 g With a very low glycemic load of 1, this is a much more blood-sugar-friendly alternative that still satisfies a craving for a snack.
Cinnamon cottage cheese - GL 8 per 100 g This muffin uses almond flour to drastically reduce the glycemic load from 37 to 8, making it a much steadier choice for a sweet treat.
Almond flour carrot muffin (no added sugar) - GL 8 per 100 g The healthy fats and protein in the almonds help blunt the glucose response, resulting in a much lower glycemic load of 8 compared to the donut.
Almonds coated in dark chocolate with minimal added sugars
Forms of Classic Donut
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Classic Donut is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 23 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Saturated | 9 g |
| Unsaturated | 11 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Provides some protein
- Contains unsaturated fats
- Very high glycemic load
- High in added sugars
- Low fiber content
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Classic Donut?
Classic Donut has a glycemic index of 76 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 44.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 37.
Is Classic Donut good for people with insulin resistance?
Classic Donut has a high glycemic index (76) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds.
Which form of Classic Donut has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Classic Donut in this database, Baked doughnut has the lowest glycemic load (10 per 100 g).
Check Classic Donut in the Logi app, with your portion.
