Grape Calories — Full Count by Variety & Serving Size
How many calories in grapes? Detailed calorie counts per grape, per cup, and per 100g for every major variety including red, green, black, and specialty grapes.
Grape Calories by Serving Size
| Serving Size | Calories | Carbs | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 small grape (~4g) | 3 | 0.7g | 0.6g | 0g |
| 1 medium grape (~5g) | 3.5 | 0.9g | 0.8g | 0g |
| 1 large grape (~8g) | 5 | 1.4g | 1.2g | 0.1g |
| 10 grapes (~50g) | 34 | 9g | 7.7g | 0.4g |
| 1 cup / ~30 grapes (92g) | 62 | 16g | 15g | 0.8g |
| 100g (standard serving) | 69 | 18g | 15.5g | 0.9g |
| 1 lb (454g) | 313 | 82g | 70g | 4g |
| Frozen grapes (1 cup, 92g) | 63 | 16.3g | 15.1g | 0.8g |
Calories by Grape Variety
| Variety | Cal / 100g | Cal / Cup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Seedless (Crimson/Red Globe) | 70 | 62 | Most common retail variety |
| Green Seedless (Thompson/Sugraone) | 67 | 60 | Slightly lower calorie than red |
| Black Seedless (Autumn Royal) | 71 | 65 | Similar to red, richer in anthocyanins |
| Concord (with seeds) | 67 | 61 | Classic grape flavor, used in juice |
| Cotton Candy Grapes | 84 | 77 | Higher sugar, proprietary variety |
| Muscat (with seeds) | 60 | 55 | Aromatic, used in wine & eating |
| Flame Seedless | 65 | 60 | Crisp, mildly sweet red variety |
| Moon Drop (Witch Fingers) | 72 | 66 | Elongated dark variety, premium flavor |
* Cotton Candy grapes are notably higher in calories due to selective breeding for elevated sugar content.
How Do Grape Calories Compare to Other Fruits?
Calories per 100g. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Grape Calorie Tips for Weight Management
Freeze them for a longer snack: Frozen grapes take longer to eat and feel more indulgent, helping with portion satisfaction at the same calorie count as fresh.
Choose standard varieties over Cotton Candy: Cotton Candy grapes are delicious but contain roughly 20% more calories and significantly more sugar than standard seedless varieties.
Pair with protein: Combine grapes with cheese, yogurt, or nuts to slow sugar absorption and increase meal satiety.
Watch portion size: A cup of grapes is a reasonable serving. Two cups (183g) still only contains ~125 calories, but the 30g of sugar could affect blood sugar if consumed quickly on an empty stomach.
Grapes vs. grape juice vs. raisins: Raisins are dramatically more calorie-dense: 100g of raisins contains 299 calories vs. 69 for fresh grapes. Grape juice (unsweetened) runs about 60 cal/100ml but lacks the fiber of whole grapes.
FAQs About Grape Calories
How many calories in a cup of grapes?
One cup of seedless grapes (approximately 92g or about 30 grapes) contains 62 calories. Red seedless: 62 cal, green seedless: 60 cal, black seedless: ~65 cal.
How many calories in a single grape?
A single medium grape (about 5g) contains approximately 3–4 calories. A large grape (7–8g) has about 5 calories.
Are grapes fattening?
Grapes are not inherently fattening. At 62 calories per cup, they are a low-to-moderate calorie food. Like all foods, consuming them in excess of your energy needs could contribute to weight gain, but a 1–2 cup serving fits comfortably into most dietary patterns.
Do red or green grapes have fewer calories?
Green seedless grapes (Thompson Seedless) are very slightly lower in calories than red seedless — about 2–3 calories per cup fewer. The difference is nutritionally insignificant.