Butter: Carbs, Protein, Fat & Calories
One serving of butter (1 tbsp (14 g)) has 0 g carbs (0 g net), 0.1 g protein, 11.3 g fat and 100 calories. Change the amount below to calculate any portion.
Nutrition FactsAmount: 14 g
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.3 g15%
Saturated Fat 7.1 g36%
Total Carbohydrate 0 g0%
Dietary Fiber 0 g0%
Net Carbs 0 g
Protein 0.1 g0%
* Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Rounded averages from USDA FoodData Central.
Carbs 0%Protein 0%Fat 99%
Butter by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (14 g) | 100 | 0 g | 0 g | 0.1 g | 11.3 g |
| 1 pat (5 g) | 36 | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 4.1 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 203 | 0 g | 0 g | 0.3 g | 23 g |
| 100 g | 717 | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.9 g | 81 g |
Key facts
- 0% of its calories come from carbs, 0% from protein and 99% from fat — it is mainly a fat food.
- One serving (1 tbsp, 14 g) has 7.1 g saturated fat — 36% of the daily value.
Compare with other nuts, oils & spreads (per 100 g)
| Food | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peanut Butter | 588 | 20 g | 14 g | 25 g | 50 g |
| Almonds | 579 | 21.6 g | 9.1 g | 21.2 g | 49.9 g |
| Peanuts (Dry Roasted) | 567 | 16.1 g | 7.6 g | 25.8 g | 49.2 g |
| Olive Oil | 884 | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| Butter | 717 | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.9 g | 81 g |
| Ghee | 876 | 0 g | 0 g | 0.3 g | 99.5 g |
| Hummus | 166 | 14.3 g | 8.3 g | 7.9 g | 9.6 g |
Frequently asked questions
How many carbs are in butter?
One serving of butter (1 tbsp, 14 g) has 0 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber, so 0 g net carbs. Per 100 g it has 0.1 g carbs (0.1 g net).
How much protein is in butter?
One serving of butter (1 tbsp, 14 g) has 0.1 g of protein (0% of the daily value). Per 100 g it has 0.9 g of protein.
How much fat and how many calories are in butter?
One serving of butter (1 tbsp, 14 g) has 100 calories and 11.3 g of fat, of which 7.1 g is saturated. Per 100 g: 717 calories and 81 g fat.
Is butter keto-friendly?
Yes — butter has only 0.1 g net carbs per 100 g, which fits easily into a keto limit of 20–50 g net carbs a day.
Calculators
- Carb Counter — add butter to a meal and track carbs and net carbs.
- Protein Calculator — how much protein you need per day.
- Fat Calculator — your daily fat and saturated fat limits.