
How much fiber is in rice cakes?
Rice Cakes have 0.8 g of fiber per 2 cakes (18 g). That is 3% of the daily value and a low amount for a grain.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About rice cakes and fiber
Two rice cakes provide 0.8 grams of fiber and are low FODMAP. Brown rice versions have slightly more than white.
How rice cakes compares to other grains
Per typical serving. The highest grain in the database is whole wheat pasta at 6.3 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pita Bread | 1 pita | 1.3 g | 2.2 g | 5% |
| Millet | 1/2 cup cooked | 1.1 g | 1.3 g | 4% |
| Sourdough Bread | 1 slice | 1.1 g | 2.3 g | 4% |
| Pretzels | 1 oz | 0.9 g | 3.2 g | 3% |
| Rice Cakes | 2 cakes | 0.8 g | 4.4 g | 3% |
| White Bread | 1 slice | 0.7 g | 2.7 g | 3% |
| White Rice | 1/2 cup cooked | 0.3 g | 0.4 g | 1% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of rice cakes to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of rice cakes to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for rice cakes
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice cake, cracker (include hain mini rice cakes) | 4.2 g | – | – |
| Rice cake | 4.2 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, plain, unsalted | 4.2 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, rye | 4 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, corn | 2.9 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, buckwheat | 3.8 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, multigrain | 3 g | – | – |
| Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, sesame seed | 5.4 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.