Carbs in Microwave Popcorn

How many carbs are in microwave popcorn?

Microwave Popcorn has 36.5g net carbs per 100g — 44g total carbs minus 7.5g fiber — plus 11g protein, 24g fat, and 424 calories. 1 bag popped (100g) works out to about 36.5g net carbs and 424 calories. That makes microwave popcorn high in net carbs and lower than the typical snacks and sweet, which averages about 52.2g net carbs per 100g. At this carb count, microwave popcorn is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from Manufacturer-reported values; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Microwave Popcorn
36.5g
Net carbs
44g
Total carbs
7.5g
Fiber
11g
Protein
24g
Fat
424
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is microwave popcorn keto-friendly?

Not really

Microwave Popcorn is generally not keto-friendly. It has 36.5g net carbs per 100g (44g total carbs − 7.5g fiber). A typical serving — 1 bag popped (100g) — is about 36.5g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
1 bag popped36.5g44g424
100 g (3.5 oz)36.5g44g424
1 oz (28 g)10.2g12.3g119

How many calories are in microwave popcorn?

Microwave Popcorn has 424 calories per 100g. 1 bag popped (100g) has about 424 calories. That's alongside 11g protein, 24g fat, and 36.5g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories424
Total carbs44g
Net carbs36.5g
Fiber7.5g
Sugar0g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein11g
Fat24g
Sodium805mg
Potassium0mg

Source: Manufacturer-reported values (snacks-sweets). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in microwave popcorn?
Microwave Popcorn has 44g of total carbs and 36.5g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in microwave popcorn?
Microwave Popcorn has 36.5g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 44g minus 7.5g fiber).
Is microwave popcorn keto-friendly?
Microwave Popcorn is generally not keto-friendly. It has 36.5g net carbs per 100g (44g total carbs − 7.5g fiber). A typical serving — 1 bag popped (100g) — is about 36.5g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in microwave popcorn?
Microwave Popcorn has 424 calories per 100 grams.
How many carbs are in 1 bag popped of microwave popcorn?
1 bag popped of microwave popcorn (100g) has about 36.5g net carbs, 44g total carbs, and 424 calories.

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