Food calories
How many calories in an egg?
Updated October 11, 2026 · MyPlate
Short answer: one large raw egg (50 g) has about 72 calories, with 6.3 g protein, 0.4 g carbs, and4.8 g fat (FDC 171287, 143 kcal per 100 g × 50 g). A large hard-boiled egg is 78 kcal (FDC 173424). Oil or butter is extra and is not in those records.
The egg is one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can log for the calories it costs. A single large egg packs high-quality complete protein — all nine essential amino acids — plus potassium, B vitamins, and healthy fats, all for under 75 calories. The catch most people miss is that the egg itself barely changes; it's the cooking fat that moves the number.
Egg calories by serving and cooking method
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 large egg, raw (50 g, FDC 171287) | 72 kcal | 6.3 g | 0.4 g | 4.8 g |
| 1 large hard-boiled egg (50 g, FDC 173424) | 78 kcal | 6.3 g | 0.6 g | 5.3 g |
| 1 large raw white (33 g, FDC 172183) | 17 kcal | 3.6 g | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
| 2 large raw eggs | 144 kcal | 12.6 g | 0.8 g | 9.5 g |
The raw large-egg row is FDC 171287 at 143 kcal per 100 g, scaled to the 50 g “large” portion in that record (72 kcal). The hard-boiled row is FDC 173424 at 155 kcal per 100 g, scaled to its 50 g large portion (78 kcal). The white is FDC 172183 at 52 kcal per 100 g, scaled to its 33 g large portion (17 kcal). Fat you add in the pan is not part of these three records.
How an egg fits your calorie goal
Whether an egg helps or hurts your day depends entirely on your target. Find that number first with the calorie calculator — it estimates the calories you burn so you know your ceiling. To lose weight, you eat below it: see how that works in thecalorie deficit guide.
For fat loss, eggs are a strong pick. At 72 calories each (raw) with 6.3 g of complete protein, they're filling for their calorie cost and help protect muscle while you're cutting. Boil or poach to keep the fat down. For building muscle, two eggs give you ~12.6 g of protein on a ~144-calorie base — pair them with a carb source and you have a balanced meal. If you're tracking your split, the calories in protein, carbs & fat guide shows how each gram adds up.
Log your eggs in seconds
The hard part isn't the number — it's remembering the oil, the butter, and the second egg. TheMyPlate app lets you log an egg by photo or barcode in seconds, so your real total reflects how you actually cooked it instead of a guess. Snap your plate and it fills in the calories and macros for you. A few of those plates are added up onlow-calorie breakfast ideas. Browse more everyday numbers in thecalories in common foods guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in one egg?
One large raw egg is 50 g in USDA FoodData Central record 171287: 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 0.4 g carbohydrate, and 4.8 g fat. That is 143 kcal per 100 g times 50 g.
How many calories are in a hard-boiled egg?
One large hard-boiled egg is 50 g in FDC 173424: 78 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 0.6 g carbohydrate, and 5.3 g fat. Added oil or butter is a separate food and is not included.
Are eggs useful when you want to lose weight?
A large raw egg is 72 kcal with 6.3 g of protein (FDC 171287). Two are 144 kcal and 12.6 g protein. Whether that fits depends on your target from the calorie calculator and the deficit you chose.
How much protein is in an egg?
A large raw egg has 6.3 g protein (FDC 171287). One large raw white is 33 g in FDC 172183: 17 kcal and 3.6 g protein. Two large raw eggs are 12.6 g protein.