Fried dough balls
High GI
GL 34 per 100 g
- Provides quick energy
- High glycemic index and load
Fried dough balls has a glycemic index of 75, higher than plain Basic Wheat Dough (70).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g This provides a satisfying, creamy texture and flavor profile similar to a dessert while significantly lowering the GL from 34 to 1.
Plain greek yogurt with cinnamon and walnuts - GL 6 per 100 g This offers a warm, sweet, and comforting alternative that mimics the flavor of fried dough treats with a much lower GI of 38.
Baked cinnamon apple - GL 2.7 per 100 g These provide a satisfying crunch and savory-sweet potential with a minimal GL of 2, making them a much steadier choice than fried dough.
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Forms of Basic Wheat Dough
- GI 70 · GL 38 per 100 g
Basic Wheat Dough - Whole grain doughGI 50 · GL 23 per 100 g whole
- GI 75 · GL 36 per 100 g brand: pillsbury
Pilsberries Grain - GI 75 · GL 41 per 100 g flammkuchen
Tart dough - GI 75 · GL 42 per 100 g cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll dough - Dough for stuffed pocketsGI 75 · GL 45 per 100 g sofficini
- GI 75 · GL 45 per 100 g gluten free
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 12 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Provides quick energy
- Contains some protein
- High glycemic index and load
- High in sodium
- Deep-fried, high in fat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Fried dough balls?
Fried dough balls has a glycemic index of 75 (High) and a glycemic load of 34 per 100 g.
Is Fried dough balls good for people with insulin resistance?
Fried dough balls has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Plain greek yogurt with cinnamon and walnuts.
Which form of Basic Wheat Dough has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Basic Wheat Dough in this database, Whole grain dough has the lowest glycemic load (23 per 100 g).
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