Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cakepops
Steven Robert DessertsCarrot Cake, Carrot
Smart & Final Iris CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cakepops | Carrot Cake,... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 47.0g |
| Sugars | 17.0g | 32.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 28.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cakepops vs Carrot Cake, Carrot: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Carrot Cake, Carrot has extremely high impact (BSI 88.2) compared to Cakepops's high impact (BSI 42.5). Carrot Cake, Carrot contains 25.0g more carbs per serving, Carrot Cake, Carrot provides 1.0g more fiber. Cakepops is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Cakepops
Carrot Cake, Carrot
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Cakepops
Serving size 40.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
SUGAR, PALM OIL (SOY LECITHIN), ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, WHOLE EGGS, NONFAT DRY MILK, EGG WHITES, WHEY, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CORN SYRUP, CORN STARCH, INVERT SUGAR, SALT, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, MALTODEXTRIN, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, TRIETHYL CITRATE, DEXTROSE, POLYSORBATE 60, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, PHOSPHORIC ACID, BLUE 1, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, BLUE 2, CARNAUBA WAX, RED 3, RED 40, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), CARAMEL COLOR, ANNATTO, TURMERIC (COLOR), VANILLA, BHT (ANTIOXIDANT), CITRIC ACID.
Carrot Cake, Carrot
Serving size 125.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
CARROTS, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PINEAPPLE, EGGS, RAISINS, WALNUTS, BAKING SODA, SALT, CINNAMON, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), ICING (CREAM CHEESE [PASTEURIZED CULTURED MILK AND CREAM, SALT, STABILIZERS (XANTHAN AND/OR CAROB BEAN AND/OR GUAR GUMS)], POWDERED SUGAR, MARGARINE [PALM OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, WHEY SOLIDS, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR), VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED], SHORTENING [SOYBEAN OIL, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E) AND VITAMIN C PALMITATE (AS ANTIOXIDANTS)], LEMON EXTRACT, VANILLA EXTRACT), ORANGE COLOR (WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, GLYCERIN, YELLOW 6, SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARRAGEENAN, POTASSIUM SORBATE [PRESERVATIVE], XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID), GREEN COLOR (WATER, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, CITRIC ACID [SODIUM BENZOATE ADDED TO RETARD SPOILAGE]).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Cakepops
Minerals
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Minerals
Food Tags
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Cakepops has a BSI of 42.5 while Carrot Cake, Carrot has a BSI of 88.2. Cakepops has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cakepops appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 42.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cakepops contains 55.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Carrot Cake, Carrot contains 37.6g per 100g. Carrot Cake, Carrot has 17.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cakepops provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Carrot Cake, Carrot. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the other frozen desserts category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.