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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cornstarch's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Low nutrient density 6/100
How many beneficial nutrients Cornstarch delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Cornstarch come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
100% from carbs
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Carbs 100%91.3 g per serving
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Fat 0%0.1 g per serving
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Protein 0%0.3 g per serving
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.3 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 25.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 9.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 25.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.3 g | |
| Histidine | 8.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 10.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 36.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 6.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 6.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 13.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 9.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 1.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 14.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 19.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 12.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 6.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 53.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 9.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 24.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 12.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 10.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.0 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.0 mg | |
| Choline | 0.4 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 2.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | |
| Magnesium | 3.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 13.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 3.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 9.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 2.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.1 g | — |
About Cornstarch
Cornstarch — called cornflour in British English — is the pure starch extracted from the endosperm of corn kernels, a fine, silky, bright-white powder. It is a kitchen workhorse used above all as a thickener, turning watery liquids into glossy sauces, gravies, custards and pie fillings, and lending a delicate crispness to fried foods.
At about 381 calories per 100 grams, cornstarch is essentially pure carbohydrate, with virtually no protein, fiber, vitamins or minerals — it is valued for function, not nutrition. Naturally gluten-free, it is a reliable thickener for those avoiding wheat, and it has roughly twice the thickening power of flour, so only a small amount is needed.
To use it, you mix cornstarch with a little cold liquid into a slurry before stirring it into something hot, which prevents lumps; it thickens as it reaches a simmer and turns clear and shiny. It also keeps baked goods tender and gives a famously light, crisp crust when used in frying batters and coatings.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cornstarch?
There are 381 calories in 100 g of Cornstarch, or about 488 calories in 1 cup (128 g).
How much protein is in Cornstarch?
Cornstarch contains 0.3 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Cornstarch?
Cornstarch has 91.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Cornstarch?
Cornstarch provides 0.1 g of total fat per 100 g.
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