Calories in Brownie
Brownie has about 227 calories per 1 brownie (2-inch square) (56 g), or 405 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 2.7 g protein, 35.8 g carbs and 9.1 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Cookie, brownie, without icing). Source: USDA FDC #2707904
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 brownie (2-inch square) (56 g) | 1 bakery brownie (85 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 405 kcal | 227 kcal | 344 kcal |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 2.7 g | 4.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 63.9 g | 35.8 g | 54.3 g |
| Fat | 16.3 g | 9.1 g | 13.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 1.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 36.6 g | 20.5 g | 31.1 g |
| Sodium | 286 mg | 160 mg | 243 mg |
About Brownie
A fudgy chocolate brownie made with butter, sugar and cocoa. A 2-inch square is about 227 kcal; café brownies are usually half again that size.
Tip: Frosted or nut-topped brownies add 50–100 kcal. Cut a pan into 16 rather than 9 for sensible portions.
Burn off 227 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking50 min
- Running21 min
- Cycling28 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in a brownie?+
About 227 kcal per 1 brownie (2-inch square) (56 g), or 405 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 bakery brownie?+
1 bakery brownie (85 g) is roughly 344 kcal with 4.1 g protein, 54.3 g carbs and 13.9 g fat.
Is a brownie high in protein?+
Not really — 1 brownie (2-inch square) gives about 2.7 g protein, only 5% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from carbs.
Is a brownie good for weight loss?+
A brownie is calorie-dense (405 kcal per 100 g), so portions add up quickly. It can still fit a weight-loss diet as an occasional food if you log the portion honestly.
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Values are averages for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice. Actual calories depend on the recipe, cooking oil and portion size. Browse all foods in our food calorie database.