Mashed potatoes calories: per cup, per 100g and with gravy
Mashed potatoes are a calm, creamy comfort side. The potatoes themselves are light — most of the calories come from how much butter and cream are whipped in, how big the scoop is, and whether you ladle gravy on top.
Typical portion210 gCalories≈ 237 kcal
Quick answer
A typical 1-cup serving of mashed potatoes (about 210 g) is around 240 kcal. A lighter, low-butter scoop is closer to 200 kcal, while a rich, buttery cup with gravy can reach 350 kcal or more.
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g
Approximate values. Your recipe and portion can change the result.
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Estimated result
Base · 210 g237 kcal
Gravy: None0 kcal
Total237 kcal
- Protein4 g
- Fat9 g
- Carbs36 g
Portion size and cooking method move single foods most; frying adds oil.
What is usually inside
potatoesbutterwhole milk or creamsaltpeppergarlic (optional)gravy (optional)chives
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FAQ
How many calories are in mashed potatoes?
A typical 1-cup serving (about 210 g) is around 240 kcal, with roughly 4 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 36 g of carbs. A light scoop is closer to 200 kcal, and a rich, buttery cup with gravy can reach 350 kcal or more.
How many calories are in a cup of mashed potatoes?
About 240 kcal for a standard cup made with milk and butter. That works out to roughly 113 kcal per 100 g, so a half-cup side is closer to 120 kcal.
How many calories do mashed potatoes with gravy have?
A cup of mashed potatoes with a regular ladle of brown gravy is around 265 kcal. A generous pour of gravy adds about 50 kcal over plain mashed potatoes.
Can SpoonCheck estimate mashed potatoes from a photo?
Yes. A photo helps estimate the scoop size, how rich and buttery the mash looks, and any gravy on top, so you get a realistic number without measuring every cup.
Data source: USDA FDC (potatoes, mashed, home-prepared, whole milk and butter) + typical home and restaurant builds
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