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Rich in protein and healthy fats, popular breakfast dish.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Scrambled eggs with butter has 170 calories. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 20 µg of Biotin covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
10.5g
· 21% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 25% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.3 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 140 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 70 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
To make scrambled eggs with butter, beat the eggs, melt butter in a pan over low to medium heat, then add the eggs. Stir gently with a spatula and take the pan off the heat while the curds are still slightly soft; residual heat will finish cooking them.
For fluffy scrambled eggs with butter, whisk the eggs just before cooking and cook them gently over low to medium heat. Fold the curds rather than stirring vigorously, and remove the pan from the heat before the eggs look completely set.
Scrambled eggs with butter can turn watery when cooked too fast or left on the heat too long. High heat tightens the egg proteins and pushes out moisture; cook gently and stop while the eggs still look a little glossy.
You can add milk to scrambled eggs with butter, but it is not necessary for a soft result. Too much can make the eggs watery, while gentle cooking and taking them off the heat promptly help preserve a creamy texture.
Melt the butter in the pan before adding the beaten eggs. Keep the heat moderate so the butter does not brown or burn; adding the eggs once it has melted helps coat the pan and gives the curds a buttery flavor.
Scrambled eggs with butter are best cooked just before serving because they lose moisture and turn firmer as they cool. If you need to prepare them ahead, refrigerate them promptly and reheat gently rather than leaving them at room temperature.
Yes, scrambled eggs with butter can be frozen in an airtight container, but thawing often makes them drier or slightly rubbery. Cool them promptly, freeze in portions, and reheat gently; for the best texture, serve them freshly cooked.
Scrambled eggs with butter pair well with toast, sautéed mushrooms, tomatoes, or avocado. They also work as a filling for breakfast sandwiches; add crisp or fresh sides to balance the soft, rich eggs.
Reheat scrambled eggs with butter slowly in a covered pan over low heat, stirring gently, or use short bursts in the microwave. Stop as soon as they are hot; prolonged reheating makes the curds tough and dry.
A nonstick skillet is the easiest pan for scrambled eggs with butter because soft curds release readily and are simple to fold. A well-seasoned skillet also works; avoid a very hot pan, which can brown the butter before the eggs cook.
Vitamins
Biotin
20µg · 67% DV
B12
1.2µg · 50% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
170mg · 24% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Zinc
1.1mg · 10% DV
Sodium
140mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Scrambled eggs with butter are made by gently cooking beaten eggs in butter, stirring them as they set. The result can be soft and creamy or firmer, depending on how long it cooks. It is a familiar breakfast and brunch dish in many places, though the texture and accompaniments vary.
Serve it hot on toast, or alongside vegetables and other breakfast staples; it also works as a quick, simple meal. It provides protein, while the butter contributes much of its fat and energy, so it is more filling than plain eggs. For a lighter plate, use less butter and add fresh vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.