Blood Sugar Impact of Cupcakes
Cupcakes has a BSI score of 80.9, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 42.0g carbs, 30.0g sugar, 3.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 85.0g servingCupcakes contains 42.0g of carbs, 30.0g of sugar, 3.0g of protein, 17.0g of fat, and 0.0g of fiber per 85.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cupcakes contains 49.4g of carbs, 35.3g of sugar, and 0.0g of fiber per 85.0 Gg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.
Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.
Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.
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Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 12.0g 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:
CUPCAKE (SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WHOLE EGGS, WATER, CANOLA OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, MODIFIED CORN STARCH; CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: WHEY, LEAVENING [SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA], SALT, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, NONFAT MILK, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, POLYSORBATE 60, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, NATURAL FLAVOR, SOY FLOUR), ICING (POWDERED SUGAR [SUGAR, CORNSTARCH], UNSALTED BUTTER, CREAM CHEESE [PASTEURIZED CULTURED MILK AND CREAM, WHEY, SALT, TARA GUM AND GUAR GUM], CORNSTARCH, VANILLA EXTRACT), TOPPING (SUGAR, CORN STARCH, PALM OIL & PALM KERNEL OIL, DEXTRIN, SOY LECITHIN, TURMERIC, ANNATTO, & VEGETABLE JUICES FOR COLOR, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, CARNAUBA WAX).
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Added Sugar
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SUGAR
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Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Animal Product
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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Emulsifier
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GUM*
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Fat
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OIL*
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Filler
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GUM*
STARCH*
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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Functional Ingredient
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WHEY
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High GI Carb
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SUGAR
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Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
SALT
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Preservative
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SORBATE*
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Protein
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
WHEY
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Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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FLOUR*
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OIL*
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Seasoning
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SALT
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Synthetic
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SORBATE*
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
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Food Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Cupcakes is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 80.9.
Cupcakes has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 80.9. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Cupcakes contains 49.4g carbs, 35.3g sugars, 0.0g fiber, and 3.5g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Cupcakes into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Cupcakes compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category for alternatives.