Yolk Egg Calories and Nutrition Facts
Yolk Egg has 654 calories per 100 g, with 34.2 g protein, 1.1 g carbs and 55.5 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Egg, yolk, dried (FDC ID: 329716).
One standard serving of yolk egg (1 tablespoon (4 g)) contains 26 calories, 1.4g protein, 0g total carbs (0g net carbs), and 2.2g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 654 calories.
Energy density
6.54 kcal/g
high
Protein / 100 kcal
5.2 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
1.1 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
15 g
≈ 0.5 oz
- Sugars
- 0g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 0g
- Sodium
- 6mg
Yolk Egg Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (4 g) | 4 g | 26 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 1.4 g | 2.2 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 28.4 g | 186 kcal | 0.3 g | 0.3 g | 9.7 g | 15.8 g |
| 1 cup, sifted (67 g) | 67 g | 438 kcal | 0.7 g | 0.7 g | 22.9 g | 37.2 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 654 kcal | 1.1 g | 1.1 g | 34.2 g | 55.5 g |
Egg, yolk, dried nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for egg, yolk, dried per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 tablespoon (4 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from fat, and it is high in protein (34.2 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tablespoon (4 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 654 kcal | 26 kcal | — |
| Protein | 34.2 g | 1.4 g | 68% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 55.5 g | 2.2 g | 71% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6 mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Yolk Egg calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 6.54 kcal per gram (high energy density), energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 185 kcal | 9.7 g | 0.3 g | 15.7 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 654 kcal | 34.2 g | 1.1 g | 55.5 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 742 kcal | 38.8 g | 1.2 g | 62.9 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 1483 kcal | 77.6 g | 2.5 g | 125.9 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 2966 kcal | 155.1 g | 5 g | 251.7 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 329716.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How yolk egg compares to other dairy & eggs
Against the 40 dairy & eggs in this database, yolk egg ranks 40th lowest in calories and 3rd highest in protein. The category averages 243 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 169% above it. The lightest option in the category is milk, nonfat, fluid, with added vitamin a and vitamin d (fat free or skim) at 34 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is egg, white, dried at 79.9 g per 100 g.
| Dairy & Eggs (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated, refrigerated | 403 kcal | 30.1 g | 4.03 |
| 🧀 Cheese, cheddar | 408 kcal | 23.3 g | 4.08 |
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated | 421 kcal | 29.6 g | 4.21 |
| 🥚 Egg, whole, dried | 575 kcal | 48.1 g | 5.75 |
| 🥚 Egg, yolk, dried (this page) | 654 kcal | 34.2 g | 6.54 |
Portion planning with yolk egg
- 100 calories comes to about 15 g (0.5 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 58 g, bringing 379 kcal with it — that is 5.2 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 1% carbs, 21% protein, 78% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 34.2 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Low saturated fat — 0 g per 100 g (≤ 1 g)
- Sugar free — 0 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
- Keto-friendly — 1.1 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Yolk Egg FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 tablespoon (4 g) of yolk egg?
One serving of 1 tablespoon (4 g) provides 26 calories, 0 g total carbs, 1.4 g protein, and 2.2 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 1 oz (28 g) of yolk egg?
1 oz (28 g) of yolk egg provides 186 calories, 9.7 g protein, 0.3 g total carbs, and 15.8 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 1 cup, sifted (67 g) of yolk egg?
1 cup, sifted (67 g) of yolk egg provides 438 calories, 22.9 g protein, 0.7 g total carbs, and 37.2 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of yolk egg?
Yolk Egg contains 654 calories per 100 g, with 34.2 g protein, 1.1 g carbohydrate, and 55.5 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for yolk egg?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Egg, yolk, dried" is FDC ID: 329716. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of yolk egg?
By calories, yolk egg is approximately 1% carbohydrates, 21% protein, and 78% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of yolk egg?
One ounce (28 g) of yolk egg has 185 calories, with 9.7 g protein, 0.3 g carbs and 15.7 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 742 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 2966 calories.
How much yolk egg is 100 calories?
About 15 g of yolk egg supplies 100 calories, because it carries 6.54 kcal per gram (high energy density). Energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
How much yolk egg do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 58 g of yolk egg, which also brings 379 calories with it. That works out to 5.2 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is yolk egg high or low in calories for a dairy & egg?
Yolk Egg sits 169% above the dairy & eggs average of 243 kcal per 100 g, ranking 40th lowest of 40 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.