Calories in bacon
Bacon (1 slice, 12 g) has 54 calories, with 3.9 g of protein, 0.2 g of carbohydrates and 4 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 468 kcal.
Values are for Pork, cured, bacon, pre-sliced, cooked, pan-fried. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Bacon
Per 1 slice (12 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in bacon by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 468 | 33.9 g | 1.7 g | 35.1 g |
| 3 oz | 85 g | 398 | 28.8 g | 1.4 g | 29.8 g |
| 1 slice | 12 g | 54 | 3.9 g | 0.2 g | 4 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 133 | 9.6 g | 0.5 g | 9.9 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 30%Carbs 1%Fat 69%
Bacon has a high energy density (4.7 kcal per gram). It provides 7.2 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Meat & fish: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna (canned in water) | 86 | 19.4 g | 0 g | 1 g |
| Shrimp | 99 | 24 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Cod | 105 | 22.8 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| Tilapia | 128 | 26.1 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| Turkey breast | 136 | 29.5 g | 0 g | 2 g |
| Ham (deli slices) | 164 | 16.6 g | 3.6 g | 8.8 g |
| Chicken breast | 165 | 31 g | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| Chicken thigh | 179 | 24.8 g | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Salmon | 206 | 22.1 g | 0 g | 12.3 g |
| Pork chop | 209 | 25.6 g | 0 g | 11.1 g |
| Chicken wing | 254 | 23.8 g | 0 g | 16.9 g |
| Sirloin steak | 257 | 26.8 g | 0 g | 15.8 g |
| Ground beef (80/20) | 270 | 25.8 g | 0 g | 17.8 g |
| Bacon | 468 | 33.9 g | 1.7 g | 35.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 168322. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in bacon?
54 calories in 1 slice (12 g), or 468 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in bacon?
3.9 g of protein in 1 slice (12 g) (33.9 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in bacon?
0.2 g of carbohydrates in 1 slice (12 g).