Bacon fat nutrition facts
Per 1 tbsp · 13 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein0g0% of calories
- Carbs0g0% of calories
- Fat13g100% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
- ✓ Low sodium
- ✓ Sugar free
At a glance
One serving of Bacon fat (1 tbsp, 13 g) has 116 calories, with 0 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrates and 13 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (100% of calories). Keep an eye on saturated fat, which provides 25% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
Nothing notable
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat25%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 tbsp (13 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 μg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0 μg | 0% |
| Thiamine | 0 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0 mg | 0% |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0% |
| Folate (B9) | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 μg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg | 0% |
| Choline | 5 mg | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0 mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0 μg | 0% |
Full breakdown · 14 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Beta carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 6 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 0 μg | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.3 μg | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
Similar foods
- 135 cal
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- 130 calA Shoprite Brand Bowl & Basket Seasoned Bacon Fat1 tbsp+14 cal
- 130 calJohn Gordon's Bacon Up Bacon Grease Rendered Bacon Fat1 tbsp+14 cal
Burning 116 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 22minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 14minCycling (moderate)
- 10minRunning (6 mph)
- 16minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Bacon fat?
One serving of Bacon fat (1 tbsp) has 116 calories, which works out to 897 calories per 100 g. That is about 5.8% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Bacon fat high in protein?
Not especially. It has 0 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 0% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Bacon fat keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 0 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 0% of calories.
How much sodium is in Bacon fat?
19 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
How much sugar is in Bacon fat?
0 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
