Calories in a hard-boiled egg

A usual serving, 1 egg (50 g), has about 80 kcal; 100 g ≈ 155 kcal.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts
Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs Fibre
100 g 155 13 g 11 g 1.1 g 0 g
1 egg 50 g 78 6.3 g 5.3 g 0.6 g 0 g

Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:

Calories per serving

Calories per serving
Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs
1 egg 50 g 78 6.3 g 5.3 g 0.6 g
2 eggs 100 g 155 13 g 11 g 1.1 g
3 eggs 150 g 233 19 g 16 g 1.7 g

How it fits into a day

A hard-boiled egg of about 50 g without the shell has about 80 kcal and 6.3 g protein. Boiling adds no calories, so it's the lightest way to eat an egg. About 65% of the calories come from fat.

A usual serving (1 egg) 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

  • Two boiled eggs and a slice of bread make a breakfast of about 260 kcal.
  • Boil several eggs at once; they keep in the fridge for a few days and make a handy snack.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one boiled egg?

About 80 kcal in 50 g, with 6.3 g protein, 5.3 g fat and 0.6 g carbs.

How many calories are in 100 g of boiled egg?

About 155 kcal per 100 g: 13 g protein, 11 g fat and 1.1 g carbs.

Is a boiled egg a good breakfast when you count calories?

Yes: two eggs are about 155 kcal and 13 g protein, and the protein keeps you full until lunch.

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