Pigs in a blanket
Medium GI
GL 16 per 100 g
- Contains protein from sausage
- High in sodium
Pigs in a blanket has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Aug 9, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.1 per 100 g This swap provides a high-protein, low-carb alternative that significantly reduces the glycemic load from 16 to 0.15.
Chicken breast coated in almond flour and baked or air-fried - GL 2 per 100 g Replacing the refined dough of pigs in a blanket with a cauliflower wrap lowers the GI from 65 to 25, leading to a much slower blood sugar response.
Cauliflower wrap (homemade)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Saturated | 8 g |
| Unsaturated | 11 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains protein from sausage
- Provides some iron and B vitamins
- High in sodium
- High in saturated fat
- Refined carbohydrates with moderate glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pigs in a blanket?
Pigs in a blanket has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 16 per 100 g.
Is Pigs in a blanket good for people with insulin resistance?
Pigs in a blanket has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chicken breast coated in almond flour and baked or air-fried.
How does Pigs in a blanket affect blood sugar?
Pigs in a blanket has a glycemic load of 16 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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