Jam is not keto: it has ~12 g of net carbs per 1 tablespoon, against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs
12 g
per 1 tablespoon
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
It has about 12.8 g of net carbs per tablespoon and a high glycemic index due to its high sugar content.
Nutrition facts for jam
0 g
Fat
0.1 g
Protein
0.2 g
Fiber
Why jam is not keto?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; jam has 12 g per 1 tablespoon (13 g total − 0 g of fiber).
How much jam can I eat on keto?
To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~8 g of jam.
Related
~In moderation
Dulce de leche
11 g net
/ 1 tablespoon
✕No
Condensed milk
21 g net
/ 2 tablespoons
✕No
Chocolate
22 g net
/ 1 small bar (40 g)
✕No
Milk chocolate
22 g net
/ 1 small bar (40 g)
✕No
Ice cream
15 g net
/ 1/2 cup
~In moderation
Dark chocolate
6 g net
/ 2 squares (85% cacao)
See all: Postres keto
Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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