Blood Sugar Impact of Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting
Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting has a BSI score of 69.2, indicating substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 36.0g carbs, 28.0g sugar, 2.0g protein per serving. Expected to cause significant blood sugar spike. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 60.0g servingFrosted cupcakes, classic buttercream frosting contains 36.0g of carbs, 28.0g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 13.0g of fat, and 0.0g of fiber per 60.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g |
| Sugars | 28.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Frosted cupcakes, classic buttercream frosting contains 60.0g of carbs, 46.7g of sugar, and 0.0g of fiber per 60.0 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 60.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
CUPCAKES {SUGAR, BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, EGGS, SOYBEAN OIL, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, ALUMINUM SULFATE), NONFAT MILK, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SALT, WHEY, SOY LECITHIN, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYGLYCEROL ESTERS OF FATTY ACIDS, PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOESTERS OF FATS & FATTY ACIDS, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), YELLOW CUPCAKE [EGG WHITES, WHEAT STARCH, PALM AND/OR PALM KERNEL OILS, WHEAT PROTEIN, DATEM, POLYSORBATE 60, GLYCERIN, YELLOW 5 AND 6, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), CARRAGEENAN GUM], CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE [COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), DEXTROSE, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), CALCIUM SULFATE, GUM ARABIC]}, COLORED FROSTING [SUGAR, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60), WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: CORN SYRUP, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES), MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, GUAR GUM, CITRIC ACID, WATER, SUGAR, US CERTIFIED COLORS (RED 40, RED 3, YELLOW 5 AND 6, BLUE 1 AND 2), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, VEGETABLE GUM, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVES)].
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Vitamins & Minerals
Minerals
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Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
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❓
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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🐄
Animal Product
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MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
RED 40*
YELLOW 5*
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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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🌡️
Flavor Additive
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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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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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🌿
Natural
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MILK
SALT
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Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
BENZOATE*
PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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💪
Protein
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MILK
WHEY
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🧫
Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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🥖
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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💦
Refined Fat
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OIL*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
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🔬
Synthetic
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BENZOATE*
PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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⚗️
Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
RED 40*
YELLOW 5*
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Food Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 69.2.
Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 69.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting contains 60.0g carbs, 46.7g sugars, 0.0g fiber, and 3.3g 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 Frosted Cupcakes, Classic Buttercream Frosting into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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