Dried Figs Calories and Nutrition Facts
Dried Figs has 249 calories per 100 g, with 3.3 g protein, 63.9 g carbs and 0.9 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Figs, dried, uncooked (FDC ID: 746768).
One standard serving of dried figs (1 each (8 g)) contains 21 calories, 0.3g protein, 5.4g total carbs (4.6g net carbs), and 0.1g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 249 calories.
Energy density
2.49 kcal/g
medium
Protein / 100 kcal
1.3 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
54.1 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
40 g
≈ 1.4 oz
- Sugars
- 4g
- Fibre
- 0.8g
- Saturated fat
- 0g
- Sodium
- 1mg
Dried Figs 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 each (8 g) | 8.4 g | 21 kcal | 5.4 g | 4.6 g | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 249 kcal | 63.9 g | 54.1 g | 3.3 g | 0.9 g |
| 1 cup (149 g) | 149 g | 371 kcal | 95.2 g | 80.6 g | 4.9 g | 1.3 g |
Figs, dried, uncooked nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for figs, dried, uncooked per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 each (8 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate, and it is a good source of fibre.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 each (8 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 249 kcal | 21 kcal | — |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 0.3 g | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 5.4 g | 23% |
| Fat | 0.9 g | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 47.9 g | 4 g | — |
| Fibre | 9.8 g | 0.8 g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 1 mg | 0% |
*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.
Dried Figs 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 2.49 kcal per gram (medium energy density), medium energy density — portion size starts to matter, so weigh it if you are tracking closely.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 71 kcal | 0.9 g | 18.1 g | 0.3 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 249 kcal | 3.3 g | 63.9 g | 0.9 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 282 kcal | 3.7 g | 72.5 g | 1 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 565 kcal | 7.5 g | 144.9 g | 2 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 1129 kcal | 15 g | 289.8 g | 4.1 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 746768.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How dried figs compares to other fruits
Against the 44 fruits in this database, dried figs ranks 44th lowest in calories and 1st highest in protein. The category averages 72 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 246% above it. The lightest option in the category is watermelon, seedless, rind only, raw at 19 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is figs, dried, uncooked at 3.3 g per 100 g.
| Fruits (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍽️ Plantains, overripe, raw | 130 kcal | 1.2 g | 1.3 |
| 🍽️ Plantains, ripe, raw | 136 kcal | 1.2 g | 1.36 |
| 🍽️ Plantains, underripe, raw | 145 kcal | 1.2 g | 1.45 |
| 🥑 Avocado, Hass, peeled, raw | 223 kcal | 1.8 g | 2.23 |
| 🍽️ Figs, dried, uncooked (this page) | 249 kcal | 3.3 g | 2.49 |
Portion planning with dried figs
- 100 calories comes to about 40 g (1.4 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 606 g, bringing 1509 kcal with it — that is 1.3 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Fibre density is 3.9 g per 100 calories, covering 35% of the daily fibre target per 100 g.
- Macro split by calories: 92% carbs, 5% protein, 3% 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 fibre — 9.8 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Low fat — 0.9 g per 100 g (≤ 3 g)
- Low saturated fat — 0 g per 100 g (≤ 1 g)
- Very low sodium — 10 mg per 100 g (≤ 35 mg)
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Dried Figs FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 each (8 g) of dried figs?
One serving of 1 each (8 g) provides 21 calories, 5.4 g total carbs (4.6 g net carbs), 0.3 g protein, and 0.1 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 1 cup (149 g) of dried figs?
1 cup (149 g) of dried figs provides 371 calories, 4.9 g protein, 95.2 g total carbs (80.6 g net carbs), and 1.3 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of dried figs?
Dried Figs contains 249 calories per 100 g, with 3.3 g protein, 63.9 g carbohydrate, and 0.9 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for dried figs?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Figs, dried, uncooked" is FDC ID: 746768. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of dried figs?
By calories, dried figs is approximately 92% carbohydrates, 5% protein, and 3% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of dried figs?
One ounce (28 g) of dried figs has 71 calories, with 0.9 g protein, 18.1 g carbs and 0.3 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 282 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 1129 calories.
How much dried figs is 100 calories?
About 40 g of dried figs supplies 100 calories, because it carries 2.49 kcal per gram (medium energy density). Medium energy density — portion size starts to matter, so weigh it if you are tracking closely.
How much dried figs do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 606 g of dried figs, which also brings 1509 calories with it. That works out to 1.3 g of protein per 100 calories.
How many net carbs are in dried figs?
Per 100 g, dried figs has 54.1 g net carbs — 63.9 g total carbohydrate minus 9.8 g fibre.
Is dried figs high or low in calories for a fruit?
Dried Figs sits 246% above the fruits average of 72 kcal per 100 g, ranking 44th lowest of 44 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.