148 kcal P 12.4g C 0.96g F 9.96g
🥦 Vegetables and Vegetable Products
Calories in Flour, cassava
This gluten-free baking staple requires careful processing to remove naturally occurring cyanide compounds from the raw root.
357 kcal
What makes flour so powerful?
Cassava flour is derived from the root of the Manihot esculenta plant, a major calorie source for over half a billion people globally. What many don't realize is that raw cassava contains linamarin, a cyanogenic glucoside that can release toxic hydrogen cyanide when consumed. The production of cassava flour relies on traditional and industrial detoxification processes—grating, soaking, fermenting, and drying—that break down linamarin and allow the volatile cyanide gas to evaporate. This chemical necessity is why cassava flour has a slightly fermented, earthy flavor profile compared to other gluten-free starches. Unlike tapioca flour, which is just the extracted starch, cassava flour uses the entire peeled root, retaining more of the root's natural fiber and earthy characteristics. The resulting flour is nearly pure carbohydrate, with minimal protein or fat, making it a dense energy source that behaves remarkably similarly to wheat flour in many baking applications, though it lacks gluten's structural elasticity.
Naturally gluten-free root
Cassava flour provides a wheat-free alternative that mimics the texture of traditional flour in many baked goods.
Requires cyanide detoxification
The raw root contains cyanogenic compounds that must be removed through grating, soaking, and drying before consumption.
Dense carbohydrate energy
With nearly 87 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams, it serves as a highly concentrated caloric fuel source.
💡 When & how to use it
Because cassava flour lacks gluten, baked goods require binders like eggs or xanthan gum to prevent crumbling. It absorbs more liquid than wheat flour, so increase hydration in recipes or expect a denser final product. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark pantry to prevent moisture absorption and rancidity. Pair it with protein-rich ingredients like eggs or beans to balance its high carbohydrate density and create a more nutritionally complete meal.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
357 kcal
P 0.92g C 87.3g F 0.49g
1 RACC (30g)
107 kcal
P 0.3g C 26.2g F 0.1g
200g
714 kcal
P 1.8g C 174.6g F 1g
50g
179 kcal
P 0.5g C 43.7g F 0.2g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 357
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.49g 1%
Sodium 13.1mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 87.3g 32%
Dietary Fiber 4.83g 17%
Protein 0.92g 2%
Calcium 74.6mg 6%
Iron 3.99mg 22%
Potassium 198mg 4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Flour fit your daily goals?
71 min
Walking to burn 357 kcal
18%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
0.92g
protein (2% of daily 50g)
6
servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Flour, cassava?
Flour, cassava contains 357 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 1 RACC (30g) provides 107 calories. It is relatively calorie-dense, so portion control is important.
How much protein does Flour, cassava have?
Flour, cassava provides 0.92g of protein per 100g, which is 2% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.
How many carbs are in Flour, cassava?
Flour, cassava contains 87.3g of carbohydrates per 100g . It also provides 4.83g of dietary fiber.
Is Flour, cassava good for weight loss?
Flour, cassava has 357 kcal per 100g, so portions need to be monitored on a weight-loss diet. Use CalRay to track your intake accurately. Its fiber content (4.83g/100g) also promotes fullness.
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