Tea cake
Medium GI
GL 11.7 per typical slice (30 g) · GL 39 per 100 g
- Contains some fruit (orange, cranberry)
- High added sugar content
Tea cake has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical slice (30 g) adds a glycemic load of 11.7.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 8 per 100 g This muffin offers a significantly lower GL of 8 compared to the tea cake's 42, providing a much gentler impact on blood sugar while satisfying a craving for a baked treat.
Almond flour carrot muffin (no added sugar) - Brownie with coconut flour, eggs, and raw cacao powderGL 8 per 100 g With a GL of 8, this brownie is a much more blood-sugar-friendly alternative to the tea cake's high GL of 42.
- GL 2 per 100 g This option provides a substantial reduction in glycemic load (GL 2 vs 42) and adds protein and fiber to help stabilize blood glucose levels.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 60 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 32 g |
| Natural | 7 g |
| Added | 25 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated | 5 g |
| Unsaturated | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fruit (orange, cranberry)
- Provides quick energy
- High added sugar content
- High glycemic load
- Processed flour and fats
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Tea cake?
Tea cake has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical slice (30 g) has a glycemic load of 11.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 39.
Is Tea cake good for people with insulin resistance?
Tea cake has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour carrot muffin (no added sugar).
How does Tea cake affect blood sugar?
Tea cake has a glycemic load of 39 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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