How many carbs are in cherries?
One cup of sweet cherries without pits (154g) has about 24.7g of carbohydrate and 21.4g of net carbs. Cherries carry more sugar per cup than most other berries, and portion size adds up fast.
Carbs by portion
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup without pits (154g) | 24.7g | 3.2g | 21.4g |
| 1 cherry (8g) | 1.3g | 0.2g | 1.1g |
| 100 grams | 16.0g | 2.1g | 13.9g |
Net carbs
One cup of sweet cherries has about 21.4g of net carbs, which is total carbs (24.7g) minus fiber (3.2g). The fiber content is moderate and does not dramatically change the blood glucose impact. See the net carbs guide for when to use net instead of total.
Glycemic index of cherries
The glycemic index of cherries is about 63. Sweet cherries sit in the moderate glycemic index range at around 63. Despite their sugar content, some research suggests anthocyanins in cherries may slightly moderate the glycemic response.
For diabetes
One cup of sweet cherries has about 24.7g of total carbs and 19.7g of sugar, making it a significant carb load for a single food. The GI sits at around 63, which is moderate. The portion trap is real here: 10 cherries weigh about 82g and carry roughly 13g of carbs, which can add up quickly while snacking. Most U.S. care teams dose on total carbs, not net. See the diabetes carb-counting guide.
Keto and low carb
One cup of sweet cherries has about 21.4g of net carbs, which exceeds most keto daily budgets of 20 to 30g on its own. Cherries do not fit a strict keto plan in any meaningful quantity. Even 10 cherries at about 11.4g of net carbs uses more than half a day's budget.
Good to know
Sweet cherries are the common fresh grocery variety and the type this data covers. Sour (tart) cherries have a different flavor and a slightly lower sugar content. Maraschino cherries are heavily processed and sweetened, running around 10g of sugar per cherry. Dried cherries can reach 75g of carbs per 100g. One individual cherry weighs about 8g and carries roughly 1.3g of carbs, so it is easy to eat a dozen without realizing you have taken in 16g.
Full nutrition (per 100g)
- Calories: 63.0 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 16.01g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugars: 12.82g
- Protein: 1.06g
- Fat: 0.2g
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How many carbs are in cherries?
One cup of sweet cherries without pits (154g) has about 24.7g of carbohydrate. A single cherry weighs about 8g and has roughly 1.3g of carbs.
How many net carbs are in cherries?
One cup has about 21.4g of net carbs, which is total carbs (24.7g) minus fiber (3.2g). The fiber content is moderate and does not substantially reduce the impact on blood glucose.
Are cherries high in sugar?
Yes. One cup of sweet cherries has about 19.7g of sugar, which is higher than most other fresh berries. The sugar comes naturally from the fruit, not from added sweeteners.
Are cherries keto-friendly?
No. One cup has about 21.4g of net carbs, which meets or exceeds a full day's keto budget. Even a small handful of 10 cherries comes to roughly 11.4g of net carbs, leaving very little room for other foods.
How do cherries compare with strawberries for carbs?
Cherries have significantly more carbs. One cup of sweet cherries has about 24.7g of total carbs versus about 12g for a cup of strawberries. On a per-100g basis, cherries have 16g of carbs and strawberries have about 7.7g.