Calories in Apricots
48 calories per 100g (100g)
Raw apricots contain 48 calories per 100g, making them one of the lower-calorie fruits you can snack on. A single medium apricot (about 35g) has roughly 17 calories, so you can enjoy several without making a significant dent in your daily calorie budget. They also deliver 2g of fiber and under 0.4g of fat, keeping them a naturally lean, nutrient-friendly choice.
Calories by Portion Size
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small apricot (approx.) | 25g | 12 |
| 1 medium apricot (approx.) | 35g | 17 |
| 1 large apricot (approx.) | 55g | 26 |
| 3 medium apricots (approx.) | 105g | 50 |
| 1 cup sliced (approx.) | 155g | 74 |
| ½ cup sliced (approx.) | 78g | 37 |
| 100g (USDA reference serving) | 100g | 48 |
Protein
1.4g
12% of calories
Carbs
11.1g
93% of calories
Fat
0.39g
7% of calories
How does this compare?
Raw apricots at 48 calories per 100g are lighter than grapes (69 kcal/100g) and bananas (89 kcal/100g), and comparable to strawberries (32 kcal/100g) and peaches (39 kcal/100g). Among stone fruits, they sit on the lower end of the calorie spectrum, making them a smart swap when you want natural sweetness with fewer calories.
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Eat apricots whole with the skin on — the skin contains a significant portion of the fiber (2g per 100g), which helps slow digestion and keeps you feeling fuller longer.
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Stick to fresh, raw apricots over dried ones. Dried apricots can pack around 240 calories per 100g — five times more — because water removal concentrates the sugars and calories.
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Use sliced apricots to add natural sweetness to oatmeal or yogurt instead of adding honey or syrup, saving 20–60 calories per serving depending on how much sweetener you'd normally use.
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Track by the piece, not the cup. It's easy to eat a full cup of sliced apricots (about 74 calories) without noticing — portioning by the fruit (1–2 medium pieces) keeps intake predictable.
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Pair apricots with a protein source like Greek yogurt or a small handful of nuts. The combination helps balance blood sugar response and makes the snack more satisfying without drastically increasing calories.
Common Questions About Calories in Apricots
How many calories are in one apricot?
One medium raw apricot weighing about 35g contains approximately 17 calories. A large apricot (~55g) has around 26 calories, and a small one (~25g) has about 12 calories.
Are apricots good for weight loss?
Apricots are low in calories (48 per 100g), contain 2g of fiber, and have a high water content, all of which support satiety. They can fit well into a calorie-controlled diet as a naturally sweet, low-calorie snack.
How many calories are in a cup of raw apricots?
One cup of sliced raw apricots (approximately 155g) contains about 74 calories, along with 3.1g of fiber and 14.3g of natural sugar.
How do fresh apricots compare to dried apricots in calories?
Fresh raw apricots have about 48 calories per 100g, while dried apricots contain roughly 240 calories per 100g. The drying process removes water and concentrates sugars, so portion size matters much more with dried fruit.