How many calories are in a bagel?

About 220 kcal for a plain 85 g bagel.

Calories in a bagel

A plain bagel has about 220 kcal before fillings, about the same as two slices of bread.

By the Calori team · Updated 21 October 2026 · 3 min read

Bagel calories by portion

Portion	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Plain bagel (85 g)	221 kcal	8.5 g	42.5 g	1.3 g
Bagel thin (45 g)	110–130 kcal
With 30 g cream cheese	300 kcal

Bagel nutrition per 100 g

Energy	260 kcal (1088 kJ)
Protein	10 g
Carbohydrate	50 g
of which sugars	5 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fibre	2.5 g

Typical values. Carbohydrate excludes fibre, as on UK food labels. Brands and varieties differ, so check the label where there is one.

Bagel fillings

Smoked salmon and light cream cheese make a high protein bagel of around 350 kcal. Bagel thins halve the calories of the bread.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a bagel?: About 220 kcal for a plain 85 g bagel.
How many calories are in a bagel thin?: About 110 to 130 kcal.