Whole Milk: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
A serving of whole milk listed as 1 cup (244 g) has 149 calories, 8 g of protein, 11.3 g of carbs and 7.8 g of fat. Per 100 g that is 61 kcal.
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Whole Milk serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 61 | 3.3 | 4.6 | 3.2 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 17 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 0.9 |
| 1 cup | 244 | 149 | 8 | 11.3 | 7.8 |
| 1 individual school container | 244 | 149 | 8 | 11.3 | 7.8 |
Where the calories in whole milk come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, whole milk gets 21% of its calories from protein, 31% from carbs and 48% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (3.3 g protein, 4.6 g carbs, 3.2 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in whole milk
A 1 cup (244 g) of whole milk also contains 92.7 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 11.7 g sugar and 4.5 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 cup (244 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 38 mg | 92.7 mg |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 4.8 g | 11.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.9 g | 4.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 29.3 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg | 366 mg |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 300.1 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
How whole milk compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares whole milk with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 61 kcal it is number 2 of 5, sorted from lowest to highest.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mango | 60 | 0.7 | 13.5 | 0.3 |
| Whole Milk (this page) | 61 | 3.3 | 4.6 | 3.2 |
| Greek Yogurt | 61 | 10.3 | 3.6 | 0.4 |
| Cottage Cheese | 72 | 12.4 | 2.7 | 1 |
| Cheddar Cheese | 408 | 23.3 | 2.4 | 34 |
Forms and preparations of whole milk
Across the 4 forms listed for whole milk, calories range from 34 kcal per 100 g (Milk, fat free (skim)) to 61 kcal per 100 g (Milk, whole).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milk, whole (main entry) | 61 | 3.3 | 4.6 | 3.2 | 1 cup (244 g): 149 kcal |
| Milk, low fat (1%) | 43 | 3.4 | 5.2 | 0.9 | 1 cup (244 g): 105 kcal |
| Milk, fat free (skim) | 34 | 3.4 | 5 | 0.1 | 1 cup (244 g): 83 kcal |
| Milk, NFS | 52 | 3.3 | 4.8 | 2.1 | 1 cup (244 g): 127 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 cup of whole milk?
1 cup (244 g) of whole milk has 149 calories, with 8 g protein, 11.3 g carbs and 7.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of whole milk?
100 g of whole milk has 61 calories, 3.3 g protein, 4.6 g carbs and 3.2 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 17 calories.
Is whole milk low in carbs?
Carbs supply 31% of the calories in whole milk (protein 21%, fat 48%). Per 100 g there are 4.6 g of carbs, and 1 cup (244 g) has 11.3 g, including 0 g of fiber.
Recipes with whole milk
- Lighter Shkmeruli (Georgian Garlic Milk Chicken)
- Fig-Set Milk Pudding
- High-Protein Milk Pudding
- Semolina Milk Pudding
- Tahini Molasses Milk Shake
- Apple Ring Pancakes
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda_fdc_reimport”, record us.generic.milk_whole). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.
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