How Many Calories Are In Milk?
A nutrient-rich beverage and cooking ingredient, primary source of calcium for many.
Calories per 1 cup (244g)
102
kcal% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Milk
Per 1 cup (244g)
12.7g
sugar
More About Milk
About Calories in Milk
A serving of Milk (244g) contains 102kcal of calories, which is 5% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that milk is a low source of calories compared to other dairy.
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per 2 large (100g)
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per 1 cup (170g)
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per 3 oz (85g)
343
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per 1 cup (226g)
221
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 170872 | Last updated: 2026-08-11
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