Is Cheesecake (traditional) keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, cheesecake (traditional) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 slice (125 g)) has about 32 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
Made with sugar and a graham crust.
A typical serving is 1 slice (125 g). That has 401 calories, 6.9 g protein, 28.8 g fat and 32 g net carbs (32.5 g total carbs − 0.5 g fiber).
How many servings fit in your carb budget?
Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.
Lower-carb swaps for cheesecake (traditional)
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 321 kcal · 25.6 g net carbs · 5.5 g protein · 23 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is cheesecake (traditional) keto?
No, cheesecake (traditional) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 slice (125 g)) has about 32 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in cheesecake (traditional)?
A serving of cheesecake (traditional) (1 slice (125 g)) has about 32.5 g of total carbohydrates and 0.5 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 32 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 25.6 g of net carbs.
Can I eat cheesecake (traditional) on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. Made with sugar and a graham crust. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of cheesecake (traditional)?
Lower-carb swaps include pork rinds, cheese crisps, almonds, olives.
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