Beef Frankfurter Calories and Nutrition Facts
Beef Frankfurter has 314 calories per 100 g, with 11.7 g protein, 2.9 g carbs and 28 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Frankfurter, beef, unheated (FDC ID: 323121).
One standard serving of beef frankfurter (1 piece (49 g)) contains 153 calories, 5.7g protein, 1.4g total carbs (1.4g net carbs), and 13.6g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 314 calories.
Energy density
3.14 kcal/g
medium
Protein / 100 kcal
3.7 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
2.9 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
32 g
≈ 1.1 oz
- Sugars
- 0.6g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 5.5g
- Sodium
- 424mg
Beef Frankfurter 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 piece (49 g) | 48.6 g | 153 kcal | 1.4 g | 1.4 g | 5.7 g | 13.6 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 314 kcal | 2.9 g | 2.9 g | 11.7 g | 28 g |
Frankfurter, beef, unheated nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for frankfurter, beef, unheated per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 piece (49 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 (11.7 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 piece (49 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 314 kcal | 153 kcal | — |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 5.7 g | 23% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fat | 28 g | 13.6 g | 36% |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | 0.6 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 11.4 g | 5.5 g | 57% |
| Sodium | 872 mg | 424 mg | 38% |
*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.
Beef Frankfurter 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 3.14 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) | 89 kcal | 3.3 g | 0.8 g | 7.9 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 314 kcal | 11.7 g | 2.9 g | 28 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 356 kcal | 13.3 g | 3.3 g | 31.8 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 712 kcal | 26.5 g | 6.6 g | 63.5 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 1424 kcal | 53.1 g | 13.2 g | 127 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 323121.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How beef frankfurter compares to other deli & sausages
Against the 6 deli & sausages in this database, beef frankfurter ranks 3rd lowest in calories and 6th highest in protein. The category averages 264 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 19% above it. The lightest option in the category is ham, sliced, pre-packaged, deli meat (96%fat free, water added) at 106 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, cooked, pan-fried at 19.3 g per 100 g.
| Deli & Sausages (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍖 Ham, sliced, pre-packaged, deli meat (96%fat free, water added) | 106 kcal | 16.7 g | 1.06 |
| 🌭 Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild, raw | 169 kcal | 16.7 g | 1.69 |
| 🥩 Frankfurter, beef, unheated (this page) | 314 kcal | 11.7 g | 3.14 |
| 🌭 Sausage, Italian, pork, mild, cooked, pan-fried | 322 kcal | 18.2 g | 3.22 |
| 🌭 Sausage, breakfast sausage, beef, pre-cooked, unprepared | 328 kcal | 13.3 g | 3.28 |
Portion planning with beef frankfurter
- 100 calories comes to about 32 g (1.1 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 171 g, bringing 537 kcal with it — that is 3.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 4% carbs, 15% protein, 81% 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 — 11.7 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Keto-friendly — 2.9 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Beef Frankfurter FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 piece (49 g) of beef frankfurter?
One serving of 1 piece (49 g) provides 153 calories, 1.4 g total carbs, 5.7 g protein, and 13.6 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of beef frankfurter?
Beef Frankfurter contains 314 calories per 100 g, with 11.7 g protein, 2.9 g carbohydrate, and 28 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for beef frankfurter?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Frankfurter, beef, unheated" is FDC ID: 323121. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of beef frankfurter?
By calories, beef frankfurter is approximately 4% carbohydrates, 15% protein, and 81% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of beef frankfurter?
One ounce (28 g) of beef frankfurter has 89 calories, with 3.3 g protein, 0.8 g carbs and 7.9 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 356 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 1424 calories.
How much beef frankfurter is 100 calories?
About 32 g of beef frankfurter supplies 100 calories, because it carries 3.14 kcal per gram (medium energy density). Medium energy density — portion size starts to matter, so weigh it if you are tracking closely.
How much beef frankfurter do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 171 g of beef frankfurter, which also brings 537 calories with it. That works out to 3.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is beef frankfurter high or low in calories for a deli & sausage?
Beef Frankfurter sits 19% above the deli & sausages average of 264 kcal per 100 g, ranking 3rd lowest of 6 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.