Are bread crumbs keto?

Bread crumbs

Not keto No — bread crumbs are not keto-friendly.

About 18 g net carbs per quarter cup. Crushed pork rinds and parmesan make crunchier coatings anyway.

Nutrition per serving

¼ cup · 27 g
Net carbs
18g
Calories
107kcal
Protein
3.6g
Fat
1.4g
Total carbs
19 g
Fiber
1.2 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 91%

About 7.4 g of bread crumbs adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 27% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for bread crumbs
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories107 kcal395 kcal
Total carbohydrate19 g72 g
Dietary fiber1.2 g4.5 g
Net carbs18 g68 g
Sugars 1.7 g 6.2 g
Protein3.6 g13 g
Fat1.4 g5.3 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are bread crumbs keto?

No — bread crumbs are not keto-friendly. About 18 g net carbs per quarter cup. Crushed pork rinds and parmesan make crunchier coatings anyway.

How many net carbs are in bread crumbs?

¼ cup (27 g) of bread crumbs has about 18 g net carbs (19 g total carbs minus 1.2 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 68 g net carbs.

How much bread crumbs can I eat on keto?

About 7.4 g of bread crumbs adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 27% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 91% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for bread crumbs?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #174928): Bread, crumbs, dry, grated, plain. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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