Is cornbread keto?

Cornbread

Not keto No — cornbread is not keto-friendly.

Cornmeal, flour and sugar make one piece about 31 g net carbs.

Nutrition per serving

1 piece · 60 g
Net carbs
31g
Calories
198kcal
Protein
4g
Fat
5.7g
Total carbs
33 g
Fiber
1.4 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 157%

About 9.6 g of cornbread adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for cornbread
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories198 kcal330 kcal
Total carbohydrate33 g54 g
Dietary fiber1.4 g2.3 g
Net carbs31 g52 g
Sugars 9.6 g 16 g
Protein4 g6.6 g
Fat5.7 g9.6 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is cornbread keto?

No — cornbread is not keto-friendly. Cornmeal, flour and sugar make one piece about 31 g net carbs.

How many net carbs are in cornbread?

1 piece (60 g) of cornbread has about 31 g net carbs (33 g total carbs minus 1.4 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 52 g net carbs.

How much cornbread can I eat on keto?

About 9.6 g of cornbread adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 157% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for cornbread?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #174909): Bread, cornbread, dry mix, prepared with 2% milk, 80% margarine, and eggs. 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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