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Calories in corn flakes

A typical serving of corn flakes (1 cup, 28 g) has about 108 calories. Per 100 g: 384 kcal, 5.9 g protein, 88 g carbs, 0.9 g fat. The same 100 g carries 2.7 g of fiber and 7.8 g of sugar. Most of the energy comes from carbohydrate.

Calories by serving size

ServingWeightCalories
1 cup28 g108 kcal
100 g100 g384 kcal

Macros per 100 g

5.9 g
Protein
88 g
Carbs
0.9 g
Fat
2.7 g
Fiber
7.8 g
Sugar

Worth knowing

Light in the bowl but easy to pour double: a cup is about 108 calories dry. On the energy-density scale, 384 kcal per 100 g puts corn flakes at the high end.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in corn flakes?

A typical serving (1 cup, 28 g) has about 108 calories, and 100 g has 384 kcal. Calories scale with weight, so double the portion means double the number.

How much protein is in corn flakes?

There are 5.9 g of protein in 100 g of corn flakes, which works out to about 1.7 g per serving (1 cup). Treat it as an energy source rather than a protein source.

How many carbs are in corn flakes?

There are 88 g of carbohydrate per 100 g of corn flakes, or about 25 g in 1 cup (28 g).

Where do these numbers come from?

Every value on this page comes from USDA FoodData Central, entry 174648 (SR Legacy). Serving figures are converted from the per-100-g data, so rounding can shift a total by a calorie or two.

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A note on accuracy: calculators like this one provide estimates based on population-level formulas — your real needs vary with genetics, muscle mass, medical conditions, and more. Results are for information only and are not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a prescription. Talk to a doctor or registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or exercise, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or are under 18.

Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 174648 (SR Legacy). Serving calories are computed from the per-100-g values.