Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked
FDC 167914oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 21 · -16 vs Pork medianBaked cured bacon scores 21 of 100, a Low band result ranking 43 of 60 in the Pork category, well under the category median of 37, though the protein content is striking at 71% DV, with potassium adding a further 11% DV once the fat has rendered out during baking.
Baking is a common hands-off method for cooking bacon in batches, laid on a sheet pan until crisp, then served alongside eggs or crumbled into salads and sandwiches. An 85-gram portion adds up quickly, and this bacon is high in sodium at 2190 mg per 100 g and high in saturated fat at 14.2 g per 100 g, with a notable 107 mg of cholesterol per 100 g, making it a food to enjoy in small amounts rather than a regular side.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 548 kcal | 27% |
| Total fat | 43 g | 56% |
| Saturated fat | 14 g | 71% |
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 2190 mg | 95% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 36 g | 71% |
| Potassium | 539 mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 30 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 11 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.32 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 466 kcal | 23% |
| Total fat | 37 g | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 12 g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1862 mg | 81% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 30 g | 61% |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 8.5 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 26 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 9.4 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27 mg | 2% |
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FDC 167914Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the pork median
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More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Pork, cured, breakfast strips, raw or unheatedDensity 22 vs 21Pork, cured, bacon, pre-sliced, cooked, pan-friedDensity 24 vs 21Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, chitterlings, rawDensity 25 vs 21Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Oven-baked cured bacon is cooked on a sheet pan in the oven rather than in a skillet, a method that renders the fat evenly and crisps the strips without the constant flipping or splatter of pan-frying. It is used the same way as any bacon, crumbled over salads and baked potatoes, layered into a BLT, served alongside eggs and toast at breakfast, or wrapped around other foods like dates or asparagus before roasting. Baking tends to produce flatter, more evenly crisp strips than pan-frying, which is why many cooks prefer it for large batches.
Store raw bacon refrigerated and use or freeze by the package date, and keep cooked leftovers refrigerated, reheating in a skillet or oven to restore crispness. An ounce cooked (85 g, likely intended as the standard 3 oz-equivalent serving in this dataset) provides 548 calories, and per 100 g it is genuinely protein-dense at 35.7 g, 71 percent of the Daily Value, along with 11 percent DV potassium. Sodium is high at 2190 mg per 100 g, so it is best used as a flavor and protein accent in a dish rather than eaten in large portions on its own.
Frequently asked questions about pork, cured
How many calories are in oven-baked cured bacon?
It has 548 calories per the listed 85 g serving.
Is baked bacon a good source of protein?
Yes, per 100 g it delivers 35.7 g protein, 71 percent of the Daily Value, among the more protein-dense cooked meats.
How do you bake bacon in the oven?
Lay strips on a sheet pan and bake until crisp; this method renders fat evenly and produces flatter strips than pan-frying, which is convenient for larger batches.