Hazelnut sponge cake
Medium GI
GL 36 per 100 g
- Contains hazelnuts (healthy fats)
- Very high glycemic load (36)
Hazelnut sponge cake has a glycemic index of 65, lower than plain Biscuit (70).
Updated Apr 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 2.4 per 100 g They provide the same nutty flavor and healthy fats without the refined carbohydrates and added sugars.
Mixed nuts (raw) - GL 1 per 100 g Using almond flour and sugar substitutes significantly lowers the glycemic load and prevents blood sugar spikes.
Almond flour - Chia pudding with unsweetened almond milk and toasted hazelnutsGL 1 per 100 g Chia seeds provide high fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which help stabilize blood glucose levels compared to refined biscuits.
Forms of Biscuit
- GI 70 · GL 49 per 100 g
Biscuit - GI 20 · GL 4 per 100 g almond flour
Almond flour biscuits - GI 40 · GL 24 per 100 g chocolatesugar free
Sugar-free chocolate biscuit - Gullón Zero ginger oat cookies with dark chocolateGI 45 · GL 27 per 100 g gingeroat
- GI 70 · GL 34 per 100 g buttermilk
Buttermilk biscuit - GI 70 · GL 35 per 100 g southern
Southern biscuit - Bran biscuitGI 55 · GL 36 per 100 g bran
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 430 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 32 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 12 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains hazelnuts (healthy fats)
- Moderate protein content
- Very high glycemic load (36)
- High added sugar content
- Refined carbohydrate base
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Hazelnut sponge cake?
Hazelnut sponge cake has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 36 per 100 g.
Is Hazelnut sponge cake good for people with insulin resistance?
Hazelnut sponge cake has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Mixed nuts (raw).
Which form of Biscuit has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Biscuit in this database, Almond flour biscuits has the lowest glycemic load (4 per 100 g).
Check Hazelnut sponge cake in the Logi app, with your portion.
