Gigi's Cupcakes Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Gigi's Cupcakes cooks with: 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). 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, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sugar Free Chocolate Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Mini Cupcakes - Assorted Box (6) | 2.0g |
| Sugar Free White Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Macaron - Assorted | 2.0g |
| Salted Caramel Cupcake | 3.0g |
What 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 | 1.0g |
| Latte | 1.0g |
| Matcha Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Thai Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Sugar Free Chocolate Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Lemonberry Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Mango Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Classic Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Mini Cupcakes - Assorted Box (6) | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cup | 2.0g |
| Sugar Free White Magic Cupcake | 2.0g |
| Cookies and Cream Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Dulce De Leche Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Macaron - Assorted | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Cheesecake Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Taro Boba Tea | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Boba Tea | 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 |
| Key Lime Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Birthday Surprise Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Cookies 'n Creme Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Toasted Coconut Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Midnight Magic Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Pineapple Right Side Up Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Confetti Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Lemon Blueberry Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Triple Chocolate Torte Cupcake | 3.0g |
| S'mores Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Turtle Cheesecake Cup | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Wedding Cake Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Gluten Free Triple Chocolate Torte Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Split Decision Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Mini Cupcakes - Best Sellers Box (12) | 3.0g |
| Brownie | 3.0g |
| Italian Cream Cupcake | 3.0g |
| Funfetti Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Banana Pudding Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Cinnamon Roll Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Caramel Cheesecake Cupcake | 4.0g |
| Fresh Baked Cookies - 12 Pack | 4.0g |
| Fresh Baked Cookies - 6 Pack | 4.0g |
| Banana Nutella Cupcake | 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 shortening blend (soybean-based shortening is the primary fat source per brand allergen disclosures; real butter also used in batter and frosting). 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 shortening blend (soybean-based shortening is the primary fat source per brand allergen disclosures; real butter also used in batter and frosting), 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 shortening blend (soybean-based shortening is the primary fat source per brand allergen disclosures; real butter also used in batter and frosting), 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?
Sugar Free Chocolate Magic Cupcake is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Gigi's Cupcakes, at an estimated 2.0g 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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