Nutrition facts · Other
Calories in Coconut milk (canned)
Canned coconut milk has 197 calories per 100 g, and 1 tbsp (15 g) has about 30 calories. Nearly all of those calories come from fat, with 21.3 g of fat per 100 g compared with just 2.8 g of carbs and 2 g of protein.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Fat 91% · Protein 4%
Common servings
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 g | 100 g | 197 kcal | 2 g | 2.8 g | 21.3 g |
| 1 tbsp | 15 g | 30 kcal | 0.3 g | 0.4 g | 3.2 g |
| 1 cup | 226 g | 445 kcal | 4.6 g | 6.4 g | 48.2 g |
Full nutrition (Per 100 g)
| Calories | 197 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 21.3 g |
| of which saturated | 18.9 g |
| Sodium | 13 mg |
What changes the calories
- Canned coconut milk separates, so a spoonful of the thick cream from the top carries more fat and calories than the thinner liquid underneath.
- Light or reduced-fat versions are diluted with more water, so they have fewer calories than regular full-fat cans.
- Coconut milk drinks sold in cartons are a different, much thinner product and are lower in calories than the canned kind.
- Simmering a curry or sauce reduces water but not fat, so the calories from the coconut milk stay in the dish even as it thickens.
Tips for logging it accurately
- Shake or stir the can well before measuring so each portion reflects the average fat content of the can.
- Weigh coconut milk in grams rather than estimating by volume, especially when pouring it straight into a pan.
- For a shared curry, log the whole can in BerryFit as part of the recipe and then log the share of the dish you ate.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a cup of canned coconut milk?
One cup (226 g) of canned coconut milk has about 445 calories, with 48.2 g of fat, 6.4 g of carbs and 4.6 g of protein.
How many calories are in a tablespoon of coconut milk?
A tablespoon (15 g) of canned coconut milk has about 30 calories and 3.2 g of fat.
Is canned coconut milk high in fat?
Yes, fat makes up most of its calories, at 21.3 g per 100 g. Carbs and protein are low, at 2.8 g and 2 g per 100 g.
Is light coconut milk lower in calories?
Yes, light coconut milk contains more water and less fat, so it has fewer calories than regular canned coconut milk. Check the label of your brand for exact numbers.
Similar foods
Calories in common foodsValues per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (Nuts, coconut milk, canned (liquid expressed from grated meat and water), FDC ID 170173); servings use USDA portion weights. Real foods vary by variety, ripeness and preparation.
The text on this page was written with the help of AI (Anthropic's Claude) and checked against the numbers in a separate review. The numbers themselves come only from USDA.
