Grade A Eggs Calories and Nutrition Facts
Grade A Eggs has 148 calories per 100 g, with 12.4 g protein, 1 g carbs and 10 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole (FDC ID: 748967).
One standard serving of grade a eggs (1 egg, whole without shell (50 g)) contains 74 calories, 6.2g protein, 0.5g total carbs (0.5g net carbs), and 5g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 148 calories.
Energy density
1.48 kcal/g
low
Protein / 100 kcal
8.4 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
1 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
68 g
≈ 2.4 oz
- Sugars
- 0.1g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 1.6g
- Sodium
- 65mg
Grade A Eggs 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 egg, whole without shell (50 g) | 50.3 g | 74 kcal | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 6.2 g | 5 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal | 1 g | 1 g | 12.4 g | 10 g |
Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for eggs, grade a, large, egg whole per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 egg, whole without shell (50 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 (12.4 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 egg, whole without shell (50 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | 74 kcal | — |
| Protein | 12.4 g | 6.2 g | 25% |
| Carbohydrate | 1 g | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fat | 10 g | 5 g | 13% |
| Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 1.6 g | 16% |
| Sodium | 129 mg | 65 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.
Grade A Eggs 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 1.48 kcal per gram (low energy density), low energy density — generous portions stay modest in calories.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 42 kcal | 3.5 g | 0.3 g | 2.8 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 148 kcal | 12.4 g | 1 g | 10 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 168 kcal | 14.1 g | 1.1 g | 11.3 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 336 kcal | 28.1 g | 2.3 g | 22.7 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 671 kcal | 56.2 g | 4.5 g | 45.4 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 748967.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How grade a eggs compares to other dairy & eggs
Against the 40 dairy & eggs in this database, grade a eggs ranks 15th lowest in calories and 21st highest in protein. The category averages 243 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 39% below 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥣 Yogurt, Greek, plain, whole milk | 94 kcal | 8.8 g | 0.94 |
| 🧀 Cottage cheese, full fat, large or small curd | 103 kcal | 11.6 g | 1.03 |
| 🥚 Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole (this page) | 148 kcal | 12.4 g | 1.48 |
| 🥚 Egg, whole, raw, frozen, pasteurized | 150 kcal | 12.3 g | 1.5 |
| 🧀 Cheese, ricotta, whole milk | 157 kcal | 7.8 g | 1.57 |
Portion planning with grade a eggs
- 100 calories comes to about 68 g (2.4 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 161 g, bringing 238 kcal with it — that is 8.4 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 3% carbs, 35% protein, 63% 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 — 12.4 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Low sodium — 129 mg per 100 g (≤ 140 mg)
- Sugar free — 0.2 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
- Keto-friendly — 1 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Grade A Eggs FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 egg, whole without shell (50 g) of grade a eggs?
One serving of 1 egg, whole without shell (50 g) provides 74 calories, 0.5 g total carbs, 6.2 g protein, and 5 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of grade a eggs?
Grade A Eggs contains 148 calories per 100 g, with 12.4 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, and 10 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for grade a eggs?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole" is FDC ID: 748967. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of grade a eggs?
By calories, grade a eggs is approximately 3% carbohydrates, 35% protein, and 63% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of grade a eggs?
One ounce (28 g) of grade a eggs has 42 calories, with 3.5 g protein, 0.3 g carbs and 2.8 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 168 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 671 calories.
How much grade a eggs is 100 calories?
About 68 g of grade a eggs supplies 100 calories, because it carries 1.48 kcal per gram (low energy density). Low energy density — generous portions stay modest in calories.
How much grade a eggs do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 161 g of grade a eggs, which also brings 238 calories with it. That works out to 8.4 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is grade a eggs high or low in calories for a dairy & egg?
Grade A Eggs sits 39% below the dairy & eggs average of 243 kcal per 100 g, ranking 15th 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.