Is coconut flour keto?

Coconut flour

Keto-friendly Yes — coconut flour is keto-friendly.

Extremely absorbent and high in fiber. You need far less than almond flour — roughly ¼ the amount — plus extra eggs or liquid.

Nutrition per serving

2 tbsp · 14 g
Net carbs
3.1g
Calories
59kcal
Protein
2.7g
Fat
2g
Total carbs
8.1 g
Fiber
5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 16%

About 22.7 g of coconut flour adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 1.6 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for coconut flour
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories59 kcal420 kcal
Total carbohydrate8.1 g58 g
Dietary fiber5 g36 g
Net carbs3.1 g22 g
Protein2.7 g19 g
Fat2 g14 g

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How to eat coconut flour on keto

  • Don't substitute 1:1 for almond flour — it will turn out dry and crumbly.
  • Let batters rest 5 minutes so the flour can absorb liquid.

Keto recipes with coconut flour

Frequently asked questions

Is coconut flour keto?

Yes — coconut flour is keto-friendly. Extremely absorbent and high in fiber. You need far less than almond flour — roughly ¼ the amount — plus extra eggs or liquid.

How many net carbs are in coconut flour?

2 tbsp (14 g) of coconut flour has about 3.1 g net carbs (8.1 g total carbs minus 5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 22 g net carbs.

How much coconut flour can I eat on keto?

About 22.7 g of coconut flour adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 1.6 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 16% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for coconut flour?

See our full guide: keto flour substitutes.

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Source: Average of common coconut flour nutrition labels; brands vary. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Keto-friendly — Low in net carbs per typical serving (about 5 g or less). Fits easily into a 20–30 g daily limit. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

Typical price: about $4.99/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $4.99 for 16 oz bag. How we estimate prices

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