Baking Calorie Calculator
Estimate calories per serving for any homemade baking recipe. Enter your ingredients to get total recipe calories and a per-serving breakdown.
This calculator provides estimates based on standard nutritional data. Actual calorie values depend on brand, preparation method, and portion size. Not intended as dietary or medical advice. See our Disclaimer.
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit | kcal/100g | Calories | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 874 kcal | |||||
| 774 kcal | |||||
| 810 kcal | |||||
| 143 kcal | |||||
| 73 kcal | |||||
| 830 kcal | |||||
| Total Recipe | 3,504 kcal | ||||
Total Recipe Calories
3,504 kcal
Per Serving (12 servings)
292 kcal
Calorie Reference for Common Baking Ingredients
| Ingredient | kcal / 100g | kcal / cup | kcal / tbsp |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 364 | 437 | 27 |
| Whole Wheat Flour | 340 | 408 | 26 |
| Almond Flour | 579 | 556 | 35 |
| Granulated Sugar | 387 | 774 | 48 |
| Brown Sugar | 380 | 836 | 52 |
| Powdered Sugar | 389 | 467 | 29 |
| Honey | 304 | 1034 | 65 |
| Maple Syrup | 260 | 837 | 52 |
| Unsalted Butter | 717 | 1628 | 102 |
| Vegetable Oil | 884 | 1927 | 120 |
| Coconut Oil | 862 | 1879 | 117 |
| Whole Milk | 61 | 149 | 9 |
Calorie values sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100g of ingredient as typically purchased (not cooked or baked).
Important Limitations
This calculator provides estimates based on raw ingredient calorie data. Actual calorie content of the finished baked good may differ because:
- Baking changes water content (evaporation concentrates calories per gram in the finished product)
- Added mix-ins, glazes, or toppings are not accounted for unless entered
- Portion size variability — a "slice" of cake can vary enormously in weight
- Brand variation in ingredient calorie content (e.g., full-fat vs reduced-fat cream cheese)
For professional recipe costing alongside calorie tracking, use the Baking Cost Calculator in combination with this tool.