Starbucks • Diabetic Friendly Guide • Updated June 2026
Diabetic Options at Starbucks
Quick Answer: Starbucks has 58 diabetic options. The best — and the lowest-sugar — is the Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal (160 cal, 5g protein, Nom Score A).
58
Diabetic Options
247
Total Analyzed
A
Best Grade
A
1
Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Cal
160
Prot
5g
Sod
125
Sug
0g
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Oatmeal: Water, Whole Grain Oatmeal
A
2
KIND® Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Nut Bar
Cal
200
Prot
6g
Sod
125
Sug
5g
A
3
Koia® Cacao Bean Nutrition Shake
Cal
180
Prot
20g
Sod
240
Sug
3g
Top Diabetic Picks at Starbucks
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
Rolled & Steel-Cut OatmealNom's Top Pick
Great sodium & sat fat.
Oatmeal: Water, Whole Grain Oatmeal
A
160
5g
28g
125mg
2
KIND® Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Nut Bar
Great sodium & portion.
A
200
6g
16g
125mg
3
Koia® Cacao Bean Nutrition Shake
Great sat fat & portion.
A
180
20g
12g
240mg
4
All In™ Madagascar Vanilla, Honey & Almonds Bar
Great sodium & sat fat. Light on protein.
Not Available For This Item: Not Available For This Item
A
170
4g
21g
85mg
5
DASANI® Water
Great sodium & sat fat. Light on fiber & protein.
Not Available For This Item: Not Available For This Item
A
0
0g
0g
0mg
6
Ethos® Water
Great sodium & sat fat. Light on fiber & protein.
Not Available For This Item: Not Available For This Item
A
0
0g
0g
0mg
7
Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Water
Great sodium & sat fat. Light on fiber & protein.
Not Available For This Item: Not Available For This Item
A
0
0g
0g
20mg
8
Koia® Vanilla Bean Nutrition Shake
Great sat fat & portion.
A
180
20g
12g
250mg
9
Ellenos® Muesli Yogurt – No Added Sugar
Great sodium & portion. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
Unsweetened Yogurt: Grade A Milk, Grade A Milk Protein Concentrate, Natural Flavor, Live Active Cultures*. Muesli: Oats, Dried Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Tapioca Fiber Syrup, Sunflower Oil, Tapioca Fiber, Freeze-Dried Banana, Natural Flavors, Salt, Fermented Stevia Extract
A
280
18g
28g
140mg
10
KIND - Almond Coconut Cashew Chai
Great sodium & portion. Light on protein.
B
200
5g
18g
15mg
What to Avoid
These items at Starbucks don't meet diabetic criteria:
Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
26g sugar
Butterfly Energy Drink
23g sugar
Nondairy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
19g sugar
Butterfly Drink
23g sugar
Pistachio Cream Cold Brew
32g sugar
Pro Tips: How to Order Diabetic at Starbucks
Choose items with fiber to slow glucose absorption
Skip sugary sauces and dressings
Pair carbs with protein to minimize blood sugar spikes
Heading out or stuck without options? Keep diabetic snacks on hand so a diabetic choice is always within reach.
Common questions about diabetic at Starbucks
Is Starbucks good for diabetic diets?
Yes, Starbucks is a solid choice for diabetic eating with 58 menu items that meet the criteria.
What's the best diabetic option at Starbucks?
The Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal is the best choice with 160 calories, 5g protein, and a Nom Score of A.
What is the lowest-sugar item at Starbucks?
The lowest-sugar option at Starbucks is the Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal with 0g sugar (160 cal).
How we ranked these: Based on Nom's analysis of 247 menu items at Starbucks,
scored using our proprietary Nom Score algorithm that evaluates sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein
per calorie. Data sourced from official Starbucks nutrition information.
Nutrition data verified. All calorie counts, macros, and nutritional information are sourced directly from Starbucks's official published nutrition data. Nom Scores are calculated using our research-backed algorithm aligned with USDA dietary guidelines.
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