Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 334 kcal1400 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 1 g
- Protein
- 16.2 g
- Total fat
- 28.8 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 0 mg
- Calcium
- 0 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Egg Yolk
Egg yolk is the yellow inner part of an egg, rich in fat, protein and several vitamins. Per 100 g it provides 334 calories with 16.2 g protein and 28.8 g fat.
334
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 1g
- Protein
- 16.2g
- Fat
- 28.8g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Egg yolk is the yellow part at the center of an egg. It holds most of the egg’s fat and calories along with many vitamins and minerals, and is widely used in cooking, baking, and sauces.
Nutritionally, egg yolk is energy-dense. Per 100 g it provides about 334 kcal, 1.0 g of carbohydrates, 16.2 g of protein, and 28.8 g of fat.
Egg yolks are commonly separated from the white and used in custards, mayonnaise, and baked goods. For accurate tracking, weigh the egg yolk and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical large egg yolk (about 17 g) provides roughly 57 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Egg Yolk nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in an egg yolk?
An egg yolk provides about 334 calories per 100 g. A typical large egg yolk (about 17 g) provides roughly 57 calories.
Is egg yolk high in fat?
Yes. Egg yolk contains about 28.8 g of fat per 100 g, along with 16.2 g of protein.
Is egg yolk high in protein?
Egg yolk provides about 16.2 g of protein per 100 g, though egg white is higher in protein and fat-free.
