Chinese peanut candy
Medium GI
GL 36 per 100 g
- Contains protein from peanuts
- High added sugar content
Chinese peanut candy has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 2.3 per 100 g Roasted peanuts provide the same nutty flavor profile as the candy but with a significantly lower GI (14 vs 65) and GL (1 vs 36), preventing blood sugar spikes.
Roasted peanuts - GL 4 per 100 g High-percentage dark chocolate satisfies a craving for a sweet treat while offering a much lower glycemic impact (GI 20, GL 4) compared to the sugar-heavy candy.
Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar) - GL 1 per 100 g Pecans offer a satisfying, crunchy snack alternative with a minimal glycemic load (GL 1), making them a much steadier choice for blood sugar management.
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Forms of Chinese peanut candy
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 500 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 40 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 35 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Saturated | 5 g |
| Unsaturated | 20 g |
| Sodium | 80 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains protein from peanuts
- Source of unsaturated fats
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Highly processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chinese peanut candy?
Chinese peanut candy has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 36 per 100 g.
Is Chinese peanut candy good for people with insulin resistance?
Chinese peanut candy has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Roasted peanuts.
Which form of Chinese peanut candy has the lowest glycemic load?
Chinese peanut candy has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Chinese peanut candy in this database (36 per 100 g).
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