Candies, milk chocolate coated coffee beans & Diabetes
High glycemic impact — occasional choice only. Glycemic load of 21.2 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 21.2/100g · GI 42.8 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
How This Food Affects Blood Sugar
Nutrition Overview
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
For saturated fat, this one sits in the middle of its Candies family: 18.1 per 100g against a 10.3-18.5 per 100g spread. The fiber figure (5.7 per 100g) is a middle-of-the-family number — variants here run 3.1-6.2 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Coated peanuts (GL 19.3) and the heaviest is Variant (GL 24); this one is limit. Glycemic load across the 6-item Candies group runs 19.3 to 27.9 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. Closest variants worth comparing: Coated raisins, With almonds, With rice cereal.
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Saturated Fat
Candies, milk chocolate coated coffee beans contains 5.2g of saturated fat per serving — above the 5g threshold recommended by the ADA and AHA. High saturated fat intake is associated with increased cardiovascular risk, which is the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. While this food may have a manageable glycemic load, consider it an occasional choice rather than a daily staple.
ADA Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Management (2024). Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1). · AHA Dietary Guidelines.
Alternatives to Consider
🍬 Gelatin desserts, dry mix, reduced calorie, with aspartame, prepared with water
GL 1.8/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Gelatin desserts, dry mix, reduced calorie, with aspartame, prepared with water & diabetes →🍬 Frozen novelties, Sugar Free, CREAMSICLE Pops
GL 1.9/100g — Low GL
Fiber 7.5g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, Sugar Free, CREAMSICLE Pops & diabetes →🍬 Frozen novelties, ice type, sugar free, orange, cherry, and grape POPSICLE pops
GL 2.2/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, ice type, sugar free, orange, cherry, and grape POPSICLE pops & diabetes →🍬 Frozen novelties, ice type, pop, with low calorie sweetener
GL 2.5/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Frozen novelties, ice type, pop, with low calorie sweetener & diabetes →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 14g | 7.7g | 3.0 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 28g | 15.5g | 5.9 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 57g | 31.5g | 12.1 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Practical Tips
💡 Half Portion, Full Satisfaction
A half serving significantly reduces the glycemic load. Use it as a side, not the main event, and bulk up your plate with vegetables.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Questions People Ask
How does milk chocolate coated coffee beans rate for blood sugar control?
Unfortunately, milk chocolate coated coffee beans has a high glycemic load of 21.2. This means it can spike blood sugar quickly. The good news: there are often great lower-GL alternatives.
What is the glycemic load of milk chocolate coated coffee beans?
GL = 21.2 per 100g for milk chocolate coated coffee beans. For context: low GL is ≤10, moderate is 11–19, and high is ≥20. milk chocolate coated coffee beans falls into the High category.
How does milk chocolate coated coffee beans affect blood sugar?
With 5.7g of fiber per 100g, milk chocolate coated coffee beans's GL of 21.2 means the blood sugar impact is high. The carbohydrates digest and absorb at a moderate pace. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 42.8 for milk chocolate coated coffee beans is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Sweets category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Can portion control make this food work?
Yes — half a standard serving of milk chocolate coated coffee beans reduces the glycemic load substantially. At GL 21.2 per 100g this is a dense source, but a half portion makes a meaningful difference. The key is mindfulness: use it as a side dish, not the main event, and fill most of your plate with non-starchy vegetables and lean protein.
What about the saturated fat content?
At 5.2g of saturated fat per serving, milk chocolate coated coffee beans exceeds the 5g threshold that the ADA and AHA recommend for diabetes and heart health. Saturated fat raises LDL cholesterol and is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. While this food may have a manageable glycemic load, it is best as an occasional choice rather than a daily staple. Prioritize foods with unsaturated fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts, fish) for everyday eating.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 42.8 — subcategory_avg:Sweets. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 28.4g) = 21.2 × 28.4 ÷ 100 = 6.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 169637. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Candies, milk chocolate coated coffee beans — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/candies-milk-chocolate-coated-coffee-beans/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.