Red velvet sponge cake
High GI
GL 41 per 100 g
- Provides quick energy
- High added sugar content
Red velvet sponge cake has a glycemic index of 75, the same as plain Massa de bolo (75).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 3 per 100 g This cake alternative offers a significantly lower glycemic load (3 vs 41), providing a similar dessert experience with minimal impact on blood sugar.
Almond flour yogurt cake (naturally sweetened) - Unsweetened Greek yogurt with raw cacao nibsGL 2 per 100 g This swap provides a creamy, satisfying dessert profile with a very low glycemic load (2) compared to the high-sugar sponge cake.
- GL 8 per 100 g These offer a crunchy, sweet treat with a much lower glycemic load (8) and healthy fats to help stabilize blood glucose response.
Almonds coated in dark chocolate with minimal added sugars
Forms of Massa de bolo
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 35 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated | 7 g |
| Unsaturated | 7 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Provides quick energy
- Contains some protein
- High added sugar content
- Ultra-processed
- High glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Red velvet sponge cake?
Red velvet sponge cake has a glycemic index of 75 (High) and a glycemic load of 41 per 100 g.
Is Red velvet sponge cake good for people with insulin resistance?
Red velvet sponge cake has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour yogurt cake (naturally sweetened).
Which form of Massa de bolo has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Massa de bolo in this database, Protein sponge cake (whey or plant-based, egg whites) has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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