Is mascarpone keto?

Mascarpone

Keto-friendly Yes — mascarpone is keto-friendly.

Ultra-rich Italian cream cheese. Fantastic in keto tiramisu, mousse and pasta-free sauces.

Nutrition per serving

2 tbsp · 28 g
Net carbs
1g
Calories
120kcal
Protein
1g
Fat
13g
Total carbs
1 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 5%

About 139 g of mascarpone adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 5 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for mascarpone
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories120 kcal429 kcal
Total carbohydrate1 g3.6 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs1 g3.6 g
Protein1 g3.6 g
Fat13 g46 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is mascarpone keto?

Yes — mascarpone is keto-friendly. Ultra-rich Italian cream cheese. Fantastic in keto tiramisu, mousse and pasta-free sauces.

How many net carbs are in mascarpone?

2 tbsp (28 g) of mascarpone has about 1 g net carbs (1 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 3.6 g net carbs.

How much mascarpone can I eat on keto?

About 139 g of mascarpone adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 5 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 5% of your carbs.

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Source: Typical nutrition label (e.g. 2 tbsp/28 g: 120 kcal, 13 g fat, 1 g carbs, 1 g protein). 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 $9.97/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $4.99 for 8 oz tub. How we estimate prices

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