Calorie comparison
English Muffin vs Grits
Per 100 grams, grits is the lighter choice by 164 calories, while english muffin 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 | English Muffin | Grits |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 235 | 71 |
| Protein | 8 g | 1.4 g |
| Carbs | 46 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 1.8 g | 0.3 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
🫓 English Muffin
1 muffin (57 g)
134 cal
4.6 g protein · 26.2 g carbs · 1 g fat
🥣 Grits
1 cup cooked (242 g)
172 cal
3.4 g protein · 38.7 g carbs · 0.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, english muffin or grits?
Per 100 g, english muffin has 235 calories and grits has 71. Grits is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, english muffin or grits?
English Muffin has 8 g of protein per 100 g; grits has 1.4 g. English Muffin wins on protein.
Is english muffin or grits 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 grits — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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