Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Egg
Per 100 grams, egg is the lighter choice by 386 calories, while bacon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bacon | Egg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 155 |
| Protein | 37 g | 13 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 11 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 g fat
🥚 Egg
1 large (50 g)
78 cal
6.5 g protein · 0.6 g carbs · 5.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or egg?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and egg has 155. Egg is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or egg?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; egg has 13 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or egg better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward egg — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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