Calories in Honey
Honey contains 304 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (21 g) — carries about 64 kcal.
Sweeter than sugar gram for gram, so less of it is often used.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 tbsp (21 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 304 kcal | 64 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 82 g | 17 g |
| Sugars | 82 g | 17 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~16 minutes
~6 minutes
Approximate, for a ~64 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in honey?
Honey contains 304 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 tbsp (21 g) — carries about 64 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does honey have?
Per 100 g: 0.3 g protein, 0 g fat and 82 g carbohydrates and 82 g sugars.
Is honey suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 304 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 tbsp (21 g)) is ~64 kcal. Sweeter than sugar gram for gram, so less of it is often used.
How much does one serving of honey weigh?
The typical serving is 1 tbsp (21 g) — about 21 g, which equals ~64 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of honey?
Roughly 16 minutes of brisk walking or 6 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.