Fruitcake (1 Piece) and Coffee with Milk (1 Coffee Cup (6 Fl Oz))

Have coffee with unsweetened milk or a smaller amount of milk; avoid flavored creamers, syrups, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk.

Reduce the fruitcake portion substantially, or reserve it for an occasional treat rather than eating it with coffee on an empty stomach.

Eat a protein- and fiber-rich item first, such as plain Greek yogurt, eggs, or a small handful of nuts, before having coffee or dessert.

If replacing fruitcake, choose a lower-sugar option such as berries with plain Greek yogurt and nuts.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating to help reduce the post-meal rise.

Track your response by checking glucose before and about 1–2 hours after this meal; adjust portion size and ingredients based on the pattern.