Calories in plain yogurt

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

Plain yogurt (1 container, 170 g) has 104 calories, with 5.9 g of protein, 7.9 g of carbohydrates and 5.5 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 61 kcal.

Values are for Yogurt, plain, whole milk. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Plain yogurt (whole milk)

Per 1 container (170 g)


Calories104

Protein5.9 g
Carbohydrates7.9 g
   Fiber0 g
   Sugars7.9 g
Fat5.5 g
Sodium78 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in plain yogurt by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g613.5 g4.7 g3.2 g
1 container (6 oz)170 g1045.9 g7.9 g5.5 g
1 container (8 oz)227 g1387.9 g10.6 g7.4 g
½ container (4 oz)113 g693.9 g5.3 g3.7 g
1 cup (8 fl oz)245 g1498.5 g11.4 g8 g
1 oz28 g171 g1.3 g0.9 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 22%Carbs 30%Fat 48%

Plain yogurt (whole milk) has a low energy density (0.6 kcal per gram). It provides 5.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Eggs & dairy: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Skim milk343.4 g5 g0.1 g
2% milk503.3 g4.8 g2 g
Egg white5210.9 g0.7 g0.2 g
Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)5910.2 g3.6 g0.4 g
Whole milk613.1 g4.8 g3.2 g
Plain yogurt (whole milk)613.5 g4.7 g3.2 g
Cottage cheese (2%)8110.4 g4.8 g2.3 g
Egg14312.6 g0.7 g9.5 g
Scrambled eggs14910 g1.6 g11 g
Hard-boiled egg15512.6 g1.1 g10.6 g
Fried egg19613.6 g0.8 g14.8 g
Feta cheese26514.2 g3.9 g21.5 g
Mozzarella29922.2 g2.4 g22.1 g
Cream cheese3506.2 g5.5 g34.4 g
Cheddar cheese40322.9 g3.4 g33.3 g
Parmesan (grated)42028.4 g13.9 g27.8 g
Butter7170.8 g0.1 g81.1 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 171284. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in plain yogurt?

104 calories in 1 container (170 g), or 61 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in plain yogurt?

5.9 g of protein in 1 container (170 g) (3.5 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in plain yogurt?

7.9 g of carbohydrates in 1 container (170 g).