Is baklava keto?

Baklava

Not keto No — baklava is not keto-friendly.

Layers of phyllo, chopped nuts and butter soaked in sugar-and-honey syrup — one small piece has about 20 g net carbs. The nuts and butter are keto; the pastry and syrup aren't.

Nutrition per serving

1 piece (2" square) · 50 g
Net carbs
20g
Calories
234kcal
Protein
3.1g
Fat
16g
Total carbs
21 g
Fiber
1.2 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 102%

About 12.3 g of baklava adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 25% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for baklava
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories234 kcal468 kcal
Total carbohydrate21 g43 g
Dietary fiber1.2 g2.3 g
Net carbs20 g41 g
Protein3.1 g6.1 g
Fat16 g32 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is baklava keto?

No — baklava is not keto-friendly. Layers of phyllo, chopped nuts and butter soaked in sugar-and-honey syrup — one small piece has about 20 g net carbs. The nuts and butter are keto; the pastry and syrup aren't.

How many net carbs are in baklava?

1 piece (2" square) (50 g) of baklava has about 20 g net carbs (21 g total carbs minus 1.2 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 41 g net carbs.

How much baklava can I eat on keto?

About 12.3 g of baklava adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 25% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 102% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for baklava?

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Source: Calculated from USDA SR Legacy ingredients for a typical recipe: phyllo dough, walnuts, butter and a sugar-and-honey syrup. 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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