Calories in Egg Yolk
55kcal per 1 large yolk (17 g)
322 kcal per 100 g · about 3% of a 2,000-kcal day
The yolk holds nearly all of an egg's fat and micronutrients, so one is about 55 calories. It is the difference between a 78-calorie whole egg and a 17-calorie white.
Egg Yolk nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 large yolk |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 322 kcal | 55 kcal |
| Protein | 15.9 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Fat | 26.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g | 0.1 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 20% Carbs 5% Fat 75%
Egg Yolk calories by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 large yolk (17 g) | 55 kcal | 2.7 g | 0.6 g | 4.5 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 91 kcal | 4.5 g | 1 g | 7.5 g |
| 50 g | 161 kcal | 8 g | 1.8 g | 13.3 g |
| 100 g | 322 kcal | 15.9 g | 3.6 g | 26.5 g |
| 200 g | 644 kcal | 31.8 g | 7.2 g | 53 g |
| 250 g | 805 kcal | 39.8 g | 9 g | 66.3 g |
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