What is the glycemic index of Kaju Katli?

Kaju Katli has a glycemic index of 70, which is classified as High GI.

What is the glycemic load of Kaju Katli?

Kaju Katli has a glycemic load of 13 per serving (2 pieces (about 30g)).

Kaju Katli has a high GI (70), so people with diabetes should limit portions and pair it with protein, fat or fiber to reduce the blood-sugar spike.

A serving of Kaju Katli (2 pieces (about 30g)) has about 140 calories, with 18g carbs, 3g protein and 0.5g fiber.

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काजू कतली · కాజు కత్లి

Thin diamond-shaped fudge of ground cashews and sugar syrup. High GI from sugar, though cashew fat slows it slightly.

GI · High GI

0Low (55)Med (69)110+

Glycemic Index

Glycemic Load

30g

Serving Size

140

Calories

Per serving: 2 pieces (about 30g)

18g

Carbs

Protein

Fat

0.5g

Fiber

Cashew fat moderates the spike a little — still limit to one or two pieces as a treat.

GI Source: Estimated from published research

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बेसन लड्डू · బేసన్ లడ్డూ

Gram flour, ghee, and sugar sweets. The besan base provides some protein, but the sugar and ghee make it calorie-dense.

खोया बर्फी · ఖోయా బర్ఫీ

Dense fudge made from reduced milk solids (khoya) and sugar. High GI from sugar, slightly lower due to milk protein and fat.

सोन पापड़ी · సోన్ పాప్డి

Flaky, crisp cube of gram and refined flour spun with sugar syrup and ghee. High GI from sugar and refined flour.