How many calories in bacon?
Per 100 g, bacon provides about 541 kcal. But what matters is your real portion — and its size varies. Here are the reference values, common portions, and an honest range.
145–180 kcal · 2 rashers2 rashers (≈ 30 g) ≈ 162 kcal, i.e. a range of 145–180 kcal depending on size. A single to-the-gram number would be misleading.
Nutrition facts per 100 g
Calories per portion
Indicative reference values (e.g. ANSES Ciqual / USDA FoodData Central); real products vary.
Estimate bacon from a photo, without weighing
With Volumeal, photograph your plate: bacon is identified and its portion estimated, with a confidence range rather than a fake exact number. You can correct the portion in one tap to tighten the estimate.
To set your target, use the calorie calculator. For the full method, see how to count calories from a photo.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories in 2 rashers?＋
About 162 kcal (2 rashers, ≈ 30 g), with a range of 145 to 180 kcal depending on real size.
What is the value per 100 g of bacon?＋
About 541 kcal per 100 g, with 37 g protein, 1.4 g carbs and 42 g fat (reference values).
Do I need to weigh this food?＋
No: photograph your meal with Volumeal and the portion is estimated for you, with a confidence range.