Calories in vanilla ice cream

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

Vanilla ice cream (½ cup, 66 g) has 137 calories, with 2.3 g of protein, 15.6 g of carbohydrates and 7.3 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 207 kcal.

Values are for Ice creams, vanilla. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Vanilla ice cream

Per ½ cup (66 g)


Calories137

Protein2.3 g
Carbohydrates15.6 g
   Fiber0.5 g
   Sugars14 g
Fat7.3 g
Sodium53 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in vanilla ice cream by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g2073.5 g23.6 g11 g
½ cup66 g1372.3 g15.6 g7.3 g
1 oz28 g591 g6.7 g3.1 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 7%Carbs 46%Fat 47%

Vanilla ice cream has a medium energy density (2.1 kcal per gram). It provides 1.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Snacks & fast food: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Vanilla ice cream2073.5 g23.6 g11 g
Cheese pizza26810.4 g29 g12.3 g
French fries3123.4 g41.4 g14.7 g
Popcorn (air-popped)38712.9 g77.8 g4.5 g
Potato chips5326.4 g53.8 g34 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 167575. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in vanilla ice cream?

137 calories in ½ cup (66 g), or 207 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in vanilla ice cream?

2.3 g of protein in ½ cup (66 g) (3.5 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in vanilla ice cream?

15.6 g of carbohydrates in ½ cup (66 g), including 0.5 g of fiber.