Calories in Churros
Churros has about 327 calories per 3 churros (78 g), or 419 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 4.7 g protein, 38.1 g carbs and 17.3 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Churros). Source: USDA FDC #2708070
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 3 churros (78 g) | 1 churro (26 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 419 kcal | 327 kcal | 109 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g | 4.7 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 48.9 g | 38.1 g | 12.7 g |
| Fat | 22.2 g | 17.3 g | 5.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 2 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugar | 23.4 g | 18.3 g | 6.1 g |
| Sodium | 309 mg | 241 mg | 80 mg |
About Churros
Fried ridged dough sticks rolled in cinnamon sugar. Three churros are about 327 kcal before the chocolate dipping sauce.
Tip: Thick Spanish hot chocolate for dipping adds 150–250 kcal per cup. Share a portion.
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Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking73 min
- Running30 min
- Cycling41 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in churros?+
About 327 kcal per 3 churros (78 g), or 419 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 churro?+
1 churro (26 g) is roughly 109 kcal with 1.6 g protein, 12.7 g carbs and 5.8 g fat.
Are churros high in protein?+
Not really — 3 churros gives about 4.7 g protein, only 6% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from fat.
Are churros good for weight loss?+
Churros are calorie-dense (419 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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