Blood Sugar Impact of Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate
Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate has a BSI score of 95.0, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 50.0g carbs, 40.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber, 2.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 79.0g servingHershey's, quarter sheet cake, chocolate contains 50.0g of carbs, 40.0g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 13.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 79.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g |
| Sugars | 40.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hershey's, quarter sheet cake, chocolate contains 63.3g of carbs, 50.6g of sugar, and 1.3g of fiber per 79.0 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 79.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 9.0g 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, HERSHEY'S SPECIAL, DARK SYRUP (HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CORN SYRUP, WATER, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, SUGAR, SALT, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM, POLYSORBATE 60, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE SHORTENING (PALM OIL, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60), EGGS, MARGARINE (PALM OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO EXTRACT [FOR COLOR], PRESERVATIVE [CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA], VITAMIN A PALMITATE), CULTURED BUTTERMILK (CULTURED MILK, NONFAT MILK, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SODIUM CITRATE, LOCUST BEAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SALT, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN D3), INVERT SUGAR, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE CHUNKS (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: CREAM (CREAM, MILK, NONFAT MILK, CARRAGEENAN, CELLULOSE GUM, MONOGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 80, SALT, GUAR GUM), PALM AND PALM KERNEL OILS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), MILK, NONFAT MILK, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, CORN SYRUP, SOYBEAN OIL, SOY LECITHIN, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, PRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL), CITRIC ACID.
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Natural
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Food Tags
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Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate is a food product in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 95.0.
Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 95.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate contains 63.3g carbs, 50.6g sugars, 1.3g fiber, and 2.5g 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 Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Hershey's, Quarter Sheet Cake, Chocolate compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes category for alternatives.