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Calories in macadamia nuts

A typical serving of macadamia nuts (1 oz (10-12 nuts), 28 g) has about 204 calories. Per 100 g: 718 kcal, 7.9 g protein, 13.8 g carbs, 75.8 g fat. The same 100 g carries 8.6 g of fiber and 4.6 g of sugar. Most of the energy comes from fat.

Calories by serving size

ServingWeightCalories
1 oz (10-12 nuts)28 g204 kcal
1 cup134 g962 kcal
100 g100 g718 kcal

Macros per 100 g

7.9 g
Protein
13.8 g
Carbs
75.8 g
Fat
8.6 g
Fiber
4.6 g
Sugar

Worth knowing

The most calorie-dense whole food in this database: 718 kcal per 100 g. On the energy-density scale, 718 kcal per 100 g puts macadamia nuts at the very high end. Fiber is the standout at 8.6 g per 100 g, which slows a portion down more than the calorie count suggests.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in macadamia nuts?

A typical serving (1 oz (10-12 nuts), 28 g) has about 204 calories, and 100 g has 718 kcal. Calories scale with weight, so double the portion means double the number.

How much protein is in macadamia nuts?

There are 7.9 g of protein in 100 g of macadamia nuts, which works out to about 2.2 g per serving (1 oz). Treat it as an energy source rather than a protein source.

Is macadamia nuts high in fat?

Yes, in the plain arithmetic sense: 75.8 g of fat per 100 g supplies about 95% of the calories. Whether that fits your day depends on your totals, not on the food alone.

Where do these numbers come from?

Every value on this page comes from USDA FoodData Central, entry 170178 (SR Legacy). Serving figures are converted from the per-100-g data, so rounding can shift a total by a calorie or two.

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A note on accuracy: calculators like this one provide estimates based on population-level formulas — your real needs vary with genetics, muscle mass, medical conditions, and more. Results are for information only and are not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a prescription. Talk to a doctor or registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or exercise, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or are under 18.

Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 170178 (SR Legacy). Serving calories are computed from the per-100-g values.