Gigi's Cupcakes Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Gigi's Cupcakes cooks with: butter and vegetable oil blend. Across the 64 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Gigi's Cupcakes
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Midnight Magic Cupcake + Coffee, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Salted Caramel Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Lemon Drop Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Fields Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Mini Cupcake (assorted) | 3.0g |
| Funfetti Cupcake | 4.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Gigi's Cupcakes
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Whole Cake (6-inch) | 30.0g |
| Carrot Cake Cupcake | 17.0g |
| Peanut Butter Perfection Cupcake | 14.0g |
| Wedding Cake Cupcake | 10.0g |
| Scarlett's Red Velvet Cupcake | 9.0g |
Every Gigi's Cupcakes item, ranked
All 64 items we have for Gigi's Cupcakes, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Coffee | 0.0g |
| Latte | 1.0g |
| Sugar Free Chocolate Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Sugar Free White Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Mini Cupcakes - Assorted Box (6) | 2.0g |
| Classic Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Lemonberry Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Macaron - Assorted | 2.0g |
| Taro Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Matcha Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Thai Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Mango Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Cookies and Cream Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Cheesecake Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Dulce De Leche Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Salted Caramel Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Lemon Drop Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Fields Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Mini Cupcake (assorted) | 3.0g |
| Cake Pop | 3.0g |
| Midnight Magic Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Birthday Surprise Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Cookies 'n Creme Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Italian Cream Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Key Lime Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Lemon Blueberry Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Pineapple Right Side Up Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Split Decision Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Triple Chocolate Torte Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Confetti Cupcake | 3.0g |
| S'mores Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Toasted Coconut Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Triple Chocolate Torte Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Wedding Cake Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Mini Cupcakes - Best Sellers Box (12) | 3.0g |
| Turtle Cheesecake Cup | 3.0g |
| Brownie | 3.0g |
| Funfetti Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Banana Pudding Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Cinnamon Roll Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Banana Nutella Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Caramel Cheesecake Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Fresh Baked Cookies - 6 Pack | 4.0g |
| Fresh Baked Cookies - 12 Pack | 4.0g |
| Cookies & Cream Cupcake | 5.0g |
| Chocolate Decadence Cupcake | 5.0g |
| Specialty Brownie | 5.0g |
| Cupcake Cookie (large decorated) | 5.0g |
| Triple Chocolate Cupcake | 6.0g |
| Gigi's Cake Slice | 6.0g |
| Scarlett's Red Velvet Cupcake | 9.0g |
| Midnight Magic Cupcake (dark choc) | 9.0g |
| Wedding Cake Cupcake | 10.0g |
| Peanut Butter Perfection Cupcake | 14.0g |
| Carrot Cake Cupcake | 17.0g |
| Whole Cake (6-inch) | 30.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Gigi's Cupcakes use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Gigi's Cupcakes cooks with: butter and vegetable oil blend. Across the 64 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Gigi's Cupcakes cook with?
Our research indicates: butter and vegetable shortening blend (soybean-based shortening is the primary fat source per brand allergen disclosures; real butter also used in batter and frosting). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Gigi's Cupcakes use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Gigi's Cupcakes cooks with butter and vegetable oil blend, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Gigi's Cupcakes seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Gigi's Cupcakes cooks with butter and vegetable oil blend, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Gigi's Cupcakes?
Salted Caramel Cupcake is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Gigi's Cupcakes, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Gigi's Cupcakes?
Whole Cake (6-inch) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Gigi's Cupcakes, at an estimated 30.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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