What are Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes food comparisons?

Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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1/2 Sheet Marble Cake vs Home Style Mini Strawberry Cupcakes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
1/2 Sheet Ma... Food 1 Food 1 • DIERBERG'S MARKETS, INC. 1/2 Sheet Marble Cake	78.6	388	51.3	41.3	0.3	18.8	3.8
Home Style M... Food 2 Food 2 • LABREE'S BAKERY INC Home Style Mini Strawberry Cupcakes	79.2	392	55.4	43.2	—	18.9	2.7

Apple Snack Pie, Apple vs Cheesecake Brownie, Cheesecake

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apple Snack ... Food 1 Food 1 • 7-ELEVEN, INC. Apple Snack Pie, Apple	100.0	345	52.2	27.4	0.9	14.2	2.7
Cheesecake B... Food 2 Food 2 • DIANNE'S FINE DESSERTS, INC. Cheesecake Brownie, Cheesecake	100.0	377	37.0	25.9	1.9	24.1	4.9

8"" Caramel Apple Pie vs Ultimate Brookie Toffee

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
8"" Caramel ... Food 1 Food 1 • TIPPIN'S RESTAURANTS INC. 8"" Caramel Apple Pie	83.6	298	36.3	21.0	1.6	16.9	1.6
Ultimate Bro... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Ultimate Brookie Toffee	36.3	400	50.0	32.5	2.5	22.5	5.0

Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Icing, Red Velvet With Cream Cheese Icing vs Cheesecake Sampler, Guava Swirl Mango Swirl

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Velvet C... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Icing, Red Velvet With Cream Cheese Icing	84.6	453	60.0	46.7	1.3	22.7	2.7
Cheesecake S... Food 2 Food 2 • DIANNE'S FINE DESSERTS, INC. Cheesecake Sampler, Guava Swirl Mango Swirl	81.1	312	34.4	22.4	0.8	17.6	4.0

Strawberry Doughnuts Bites, Strawberry vs Crispy Marshmallow Goodie, Original

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry D... Food 1 Food 1 • KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT CORPORATION Strawberry Doughnuts Bites, Strawberry	46.9	474	43.9	26.3	0.4	31.6	3.5
Crispy Marsh... Food 2 Food 2 • CHOICE FOODS LLC Crispy Marshmallow Goodie, Original	61.1	360	72.1	32.6	—	7.0	2.3

Strawberry Swirl Creme Cake, Strawberry Swirl vs Blueberry Wrapped In White Chocolaty Coating Cheesecake Bites, Blueberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry S... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Strawberry Swirl Creme Cake, Strawberry Swirl	38.7	333	44.4	24.4	—	15.6	4.4
Blueberry Wr... Food 2 Food 2 • NOOSA YOGHURT, LLC Blueberry Wrapped In White Chocolaty Coating Cheesecake Bites, Blueberry	17.4	381	42.9	38.1	—	16.7	4.8

Vanilla Chocolate Chip Sliced Loaf Cake, Vanilla Chocolate Chip vs Powdered Mini Donuts, Powdered

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vanilla Choc... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Vanilla Chocolate Chip Sliced Loaf Cake, Vanilla Chocolate Chip	46.1	400	53.3	28.9	—	20.0	4.4
Powdered Min... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Powdered Mini Donuts, Powdered	57.8	404	54.4	28.1	1.8	19.3	3.5

Bar Cake, Chocolate Rush vs 7"" Cake Tiramisu

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bar Cake, Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • STEVEN-ROBERT DESSERTS Bar Cake, Chocolate Rush	59.8	318	37.7	28.2	1.2	18.8	3.5
7"" Cake Tir... Food 2 Food 2 • CHARLES RIVER MEDIA 7"" Cake Tiramisu	100.0	349	62.3	26.4	3.8	10.4	5.7

Mud Pies vs Holiday Cake

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mud Pies Food 1 Food 1 • MR KIPLING Mud Pies	46.5	370	54.4	34.8	2.2	15.2	4.4
Holiday Cake Food 2 Food 2 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Holiday Cake	95.1	402	57.5	44.8	1.1	17.2	2.3

Sch'nacks Snack Cakes, Sch'nacks vs Cake Pops, Cake

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sch'nacks Sn... Food 1 Food 1 • SAM TELL & SON, INC Sch'nacks Snack Cakes, Sch'nacks	40.4	429	60.0	37.1	—	17.1	5.7
Cake Pops, Cake Food 2 Food 2 • BAKO PRODUCTS, INC. Cake Pops, Cake	62.3	367	55.0	36.7	1.7	13.3	3.3

Cinnamon Mini Donuts, Cinnamon vs 8 Count Un Iced Fudge Brownies

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Min... Food 1 Food 1 • NORTHERN TIER BAKERY LLC Cinnamon Mini Donuts, Cinnamon	81.0	375	48.9	21.6	1.1	17.1	5.7
8 Count Un I... Food 2 Food 2 • WEST COAST GROCERY COMPANY 8 Count Un Iced Fudge Brownies	56.5	370	65.2	43.5	2.2	10.9	4.4

Cinnamon Crumb Cake, Cinnamon vs Brownie Bites

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Cru... Food 1 Food 1 • MECENES INC. Cinnamon Crumb Cake, Cinnamon	58.2	351	52.6	35.1	—	15.8	3.5
Brownie Bites Food 2 Food 2 • LY BROTHERS CORPORATION Brownie Bites	40.0	475	55.0	37.5	2.5	25.0	5.0

Little Debbie, Mini Glazed Donuts vs Pistachio Almond Flavor Handcrafted Creme Cake, Pistachio Almond

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Little Debbi... Food 1 Food 1 • MCKEE FOODS CORPORATION Little Debbie, Mini Glazed Donuts	65.6	417	58.3	35.0	1.7	18.3	3.3
Pistachio Al... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Pistachio Almond Flavor Handcrafted Creme Cake, Pistachio Almond	62.5	282	46.5	29.6	1.4	9.9	4.2

Russell Stover, Candy In Dark Chocolate vs Buttermilk Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Russell Stov... Food 1 Food 1 • RUSSELL STOVER CANDIES INC. Russell Stover, Candy In Dark Chocolate	30.4	500	60.7	46.4	3.6	28.6	3.6
Buttermilk Bar Food 2 Food 2 • BAKE R US INC. Buttermilk Bar	94.7	338	70.4	21.1	2.8	4.5	3.7

Double Chocolate Brownies, Double Chocolate vs Donut Holes, Apple Spice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Double Choco... Food 1 Food 1 • EMILY KATE'S BAKERY, LLC Double Chocolate Brownies, Double Chocolate	53.2	435	46.8	37.1	1.6	29.0	3.2
Donut Holes,... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Donut Holes, Apple Spice	58.9	467	53.3	28.3	1.7	26.7	5.0

Fresh Baked Cookies & Cream Brownie vs Orange & Cream Bite, Orange & Cream

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fresh Baked ... Food 1 Food 1 • LENNY & LARRY'S Fresh Baked Cookies & Cream Brownie	36.6	385	38.5	13.9	7.7	15.4	30.8
Orange & Cre... Food 2 Food 2 • COOKIES UNITED, LLC Orange & Cream Bite, Orange & Cream	62.9	474	57.9	36.8	—	26.3	3.5

Chocolate & Vanilla Cupcakes With White And Blue Frosting Topped With Star Shaped Sprinkles, Chocolate & Vanilla vs Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Icing, Carrot With Cream Cheese Icing

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate & ... Food 1 Food 1 • KINGSTON MARKETING CO Chocolate & Vanilla Cupcakes With White And Blue Frosting Topped With Star Shaped Sprinkles, Chocolate & Vanilla	77.0	437	56.3	45.1	—	21.1	2.8
Carrot Cake ... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Icing, Carrot With Cream Cheese Icing	90.9	421	63.2	51.3	1.3	18.4	2.6

Turtle Brownie Cake vs Strawberry Cheese Sliced Cake, Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Turtle Brown... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Turtle Brownie Cake	52.4	439	68.3	51.2	2.4	17.1	2.4
Strawberry C... Food 2 Food 2 • BON APPETIT DANISH CO. Strawberry Cheese Sliced Cake, Strawberry	92.4	345	42.5	24.8	—	17.7	5.3

Pumpkin Cake vs Cheesecake, Caramel Pecan Turtle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pumpkin Cake Food 1 Food 1 • CSM BAKERY PRODUCTS NA, INC. Pumpkin Cake	85.8	395	55.6	39.5	1.2	17.3	—
Cheesecake, ... Food 2 Food 2 • SUZY'S CREAM CHEESECAKES, INC. Cheesecake, Caramel Pecan Turtle	55.3	365	35.3	28.2	1.2	22.4	5.9

Danish Butter Cake, Danish Butter vs Variety Cake

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Danish Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • CAFE VALLEY INC Danish Butter Cake, Danish Butter	55.5	404	50.9	33.3	0.4	19.3	3.5
Variety Cake Food 2 Food 2 Variety Cake	97.0	418	63.3	50.6	—	16.5	2.5

Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes Comparisons For Diabetics