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A small mound of fine, dry, off-white powder with a soft, slightly clumpy texture and a light dusting scattered around it.
●Low GI

MCT Oil Powder Calories

Quick energy, keto-friendly, easy to digest

CALORIES · 100 G

650kcal

GI

5low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

5mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of MCT Oil Powder (10 g) has 65 calories. That works out to 650 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

MCT Oil Powder Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g

65

KCAL / 10G

Carbs

0.5g

· 0% DV

Protein

0g

· 0% DV

Fat

6.5g

· 8% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 0% · Fat 97%

MCT Oil Powder nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories65 kcal
Total fat6.5 g8%
Saturated fat6.2 g31%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.5 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of MCT Oil Powder?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)10 g65 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)3 g20 kcal
1 piece (medium)10 g65 kcal
1 serving (medium)15 g98 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)20 g130 kcal
1 pack (small)30 g195 kcal
1 cup (large)80 g520 kcal
100 g100 g650 kcal

Calculated from 650 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About MCT Oil Powder

What is MCT Oil Powder?

MCT Oil Powder is medium-chain triglyceride oil converted into a powder, usually with a carrier ingredient. It is designed to mix more conveniently into drinks and foods than liquid MCT oil.

How is MCT Oil Powder made?

MCT Oil Powder is typically made by combining MCT oil with a carrier and drying the mixture into powder. Manufacturers may use different carriers, so the ingredients and texture vary between products.

Does MCT Oil Powder dissolve in water?

MCT Oil Powder usually disperses in water rather than dissolving like sugar or salt. Stirring or blending it into a warm drink can help, though some products may leave a cloudy or slightly creamy texture.

Can you put MCT Oil Powder in coffee?

Yes, MCT Oil Powder can be mixed into coffee. Stir it in gradually or use a frother to reduce clumps; it can make coffee creamier, depending on the powder’s carrier and formulation.

Is MCT Oil Powder better than liquid MCT oil?

Neither form is universally better. MCT Oil Powder is easier to portion and mix into some drinks, while liquid MCT oil has no powder carrier; the best choice depends on how you plan to use it.

Can MCT Oil Powder help you lose weight?

No, MCT Oil Powder is not a weight-loss product. Adding it to your usual meals can add energy, so it is more useful to consider what it replaces than to expect it to cause weight loss.

Can you bake with MCT Oil Powder?

Yes, MCT Oil Powder can be added to some baked goods, but it may change their moisture and texture. It is not a direct one-for-one replacement for flour or liquid oil, so use a recipe designed for powdered fats when possible.

Does MCT Oil Powder break a fast?

Yes, MCT Oil Powder contains energy, so it breaks a fast that requires consuming no calories. Adding it to coffee during the fasting window is not compatible with a strict calorie-free fast.

Does MCT Oil Powder cause digestive side effects?

Yes, MCT Oil Powder can cause nausea, stomach cramps, or diarrhea, particularly when someone takes more than they tolerate. The powder form does not guarantee that it will be easier on everyone’s digestion.

Is MCT Oil Powder made from coconut oil?

Often, but not always. MCTs can be sourced from coconut oil or palm kernel oil, and the powder may also contain a carrier; the exact ingredients depend on the product.

MCT Oil Powder Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

B2

0mg · 0% DV

B3

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Zinc

0.01mg · 0% DV

Magnesium

0.3mg · 0% DV

Iron

0.01mg · 0% DV

Calcium

0.5mg · 0% DV

Sodium

1mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

0.5mg · 0% DV

MCT Oil Powder Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

5
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off MCT Oil Powder

To burn the 65 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g):

🚶

16min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

8min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is MCT Oil Powder?

MCT Oil Powder is a powdered form of medium-chain triglyceride oil, made so it can be stirred into drinks and recipes more conveniently than liquid oil. It is commonly added to coffee, smoothies or shakes, and is sold as a kitchen ingredient or supplement rather than a traditional dish.

Its flavour is generally mild, and it can lend drinks a slightly creamy texture. Around the world, people often use it in coffee or blend it into a smoothie; it also mixes into some porridges and yoghurt. It is high in fat and low in carbohydrate, with 65 g of fat per 100 g, so it can fit keto-style eating. Try a small amount first, then adjust to taste in a drink or recipe.

How Nutritious Is MCT Oil Powder?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

0/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is MCT Oil Powder Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does MCT Oil Powder Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is MCT Oil Powder Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

MCT Oil Powder Fat Profile

SATURATED

6.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.1g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.