Calories in butter
A usual serving, thin layer on a slice (10 g), has about 70 kcal; 100 g ≈ 717 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 717 | 0.8 g | 81 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Thin layer on a slice 10 g | 72 | 0.1 g | 8.1 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thin layer on a slice 10 g | 72 | 0.1 g | 8.1 g | 0 g |
| 1 tablespoon 15 g | 108 | 0.1 g | 12 g | 0 g |
| Slice of bread with butter 50 g | 178 | 3.7 g | 9.3 g | 20 g |
How it fits into a day
A thin layer of butter on a slice, about 10 g, has about 70 kcal. Butter is over 80 % fat, which makes it one of the most calorie-dense foods: about 717 kcal per 100 g. Spread by eye, the layer is often twice as thick. Almost all of the calories come from fat.
A usual serving (thin layer on a slice) is about 4% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- Take the butter out of the fridge early: soft butter spreads thinner.
- A slice of bread with butter and jam is about 230 kcal.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in butter on a slice of bread?
About 70 kcal in 10 g, with 0.1 g protein and 8.1 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of butter?
About 717 kcal per 100 g: 0.8 g protein, 81 g fat and 0.1 g carbs.
How many calories are in a tablespoon of butter?
A tablespoon of about 15 g has about 110 kcal and 12 g fat.
See also
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Kajmak
350 kcal
per 100 g
1 tablespoon: 105 kcal
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White bread
265 kcal
per 100 g
1 slice: 105 kcal
-
Jam
278 kcal
per 100 g
1 tablespoon: 55 kcal
Full table: Dairy