Pistachio marzipan
Medium GI
GL 30 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High sugar content
Pistachio marzipan has a glycemic index of 55, lower than plain Marzipan Candy (65).
Updated Jul 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Chia pudding with pistachiosGL 0.2 per 100 g This pudding offers a similar nutty flavor profile while drastically reducing the glycemic load from 30 to 0.2.
- GL 4.2 per 100 g These provide the same core ingredient with a much lower glycemic load (4.2 vs 30) and no added sugars.
Salted roasted pistachios - GL 4 per 100 g This is a satisfying, lower-glycemic alternative for a sweet treat, with a GL of 4 compared to the marzipan's 30.
Dark chocolate (85% cacao, minimal added sugar) - GL 2.4 per 100 g This provides a protein-rich, lower-glycemic alternative that maintains the pistachio flavor profile while significantly improving blood sugar impact.
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Forms of Marzipan Candy
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 430 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 48 g |
| Natural | 8 g |
| Added | 40 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Soluble | 1.5 g |
| Insoluble | 3.5 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 15.5 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Provides unsaturated fats
- High sugar content
- Processed ingredient
- High glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pistachio marzipan?
Pistachio marzipan has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 30 per 100 g.
Is Pistachio marzipan good for people with insulin resistance?
Pistachio marzipan has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chia pudding with pistachios.
Which form of Marzipan Candy has the lowest glycemic load?
Pistachio marzipan has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Marzipan Candy in this database (30 per 100 g).
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