Molasses cookie
High GI
GL 50 per 100 g
- Contains some iron from molasses
- High added sugar content
Molasses cookie has a glycemic index of 70 (High).
Updated Aug 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Homemade almond flour ginger cookies (erythritol-sweetened)GL 1 per 100 g These offer the same ginger cookie experience with a drastically lower GL of 1 compared to 50, significantly reducing the blood sugar impact.
- A handful of walnuts and a square of dark chocolate (>85% cocoa)GL 2 per 100 g This provides a satisfying, crunchy, and sweet treat with a GL of only 2, which is much gentler on blood glucose than the molasses cookie.
- GL 4 per 100 g High-quality dark chocolate is a classic, low-glycemic alternative to sugary sweets, with a GL of 4 compared to 50.
Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 38 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 32 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 6 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some iron from molasses
- Provides quick energy
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Ultra-processed ingredients
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Molasses cookie?
Molasses cookie has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 50 per 100 g.
Is Molasses cookie good for people with insulin resistance?
Molasses cookie has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Homemade almond flour ginger cookies (erythritol-sweetened).
How does Molasses cookie affect blood sugar?
Molasses cookie has a glycemic load of 50 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Molasses cookie in the Logi app, with your portion.
