Taiyaki
High GI
GL 32 per 100 g
- Contains some protein
- High glycemic load
Taiyaki has a glycemic index of 75 (High).
Updated Sep 29, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 3 per 100 g Much lower glycemic impact than Taiyaki (GI 35 vs 75; GL 3 vs 32 per 100g) while still being a plausible sweet/dessert-style swap.
Whole blackberries with unsweetened greek yogurt - GL 5 per 100 g Lower GI and GL than Taiyaki (GI 35 vs 75; GL 5 vs 32 per 100g) and a realistic snack replacement in the same meal context.
Fresh apple slices with unsweetened almond butter - GL 0.1 per 100 g Extremely low glycemic load (GI 2; GL 0.14 per 100g vs Taiyaki GL 32), making it a meaningful steadier-swap option if the user wants something pudding-like.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 42 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 18 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.8 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some protein
- Provides dietary fiber
- High glycemic load
- High added sugar content
- Processed refined flour
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Taiyaki?
Taiyaki has a glycemic index of 75 (High) and a glycemic load of 32 per 100 g.
Is Taiyaki good for people with insulin resistance?
Taiyaki has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Whole blackberries with unsweetened greek yogurt.
How does Taiyaki affect blood sugar?
Taiyaki has a glycemic load of 32 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Taiyaki in the Logi app, with your portion.
