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Butter — calories & nutrition

Butter has about 733 kcal per 100 g — 0.9 g protein, 0.1 g carbs and 81 g fat. Below is the full breakdown per 100 g and per typical serving, plus answers to common questions.

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (1 tsp (10 g))
Calories733 kcal73 kcal
Protein0.9 g0.1 g
Carbs0.1 g0 g
Fat81 g8.1 g

Values from the USDA FoodData Central database.

Frequently asked questions

Butter: how many calories does it have?

Butter contains about 733 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving (1 tsp (10 g)) is roughly 73 kcal.

Butter: how much protein does it have?

Per 100 g, Butter provides 0.9 g of protein, 0.1 g of carbohydrates and 81 g of fat.

Does Butter fit a healthy diet?

Yes — like any food, Butter fits a healthy, goal-based diet when portioned to your daily calories and macros. Use the figures above to match it to your plan.

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