How Many Slices of Bacon is 100g?

Bacon is a beloved breakfast food enjoyed by many. It’s tasty crispy, salty and goes great with eggs, toast, pancakes, you name it. But when cooking or meal planning with bacon, the common question arises – how much bacon should I cook? Specifically, how many slices of bacon make up 100g? Let’s take a closer look.

Getting to Know Bacon Weights and Sizes

First, it helps to understand how bacon is typically packaged and sold. Most supermarket bacon is sold in packs weighing somewhere between 300g to 500g. The bacon slices are thin cut and weigh around 20-25g each.

So a 500g pack would contain about 20 slices of bacon. A 300g pack would have 12-15 slices. These numbers are rough guides though, as bacon pack weights and slice sizes can vary between brands.

Bacon slice thickness can range from extra thin to thick cut Thinner slices weigh less than thicker slices Here are some averages

• Extra thin slice – 15g
• Thin slice – 20g
• Regular slice – 25g
• Thick slice – 30-35g

As you can see, bacon slice weights can fluctuate quite a bit. When meal planning or cooking, it’s best to go by the gram weight rather than number of slices.

How Many Slices in 100g of Bacon

So back to our original question – how many slices of bacon make up 100g?

Here is a quick estimate:

• 4 slices of extra thin bacon = 100g
• 3-4 slices of thin cut bacon = 100g
• 3-4 slices of regular cut bacon = 100g
• 2-3 slices of thick cut bacon = 100g

Based on average slice weights, 100g of bacon would be about 3 to 4 regular slices from a standard supermarket pack.

However, I suggest weighing slices on a kitchen scale for the most accuracy. Bacon densities and thicknesses vary quite a bit between brands, so weighing is better than guessing slice counts.

Here is a more precise bacon slice guide for 100g:

• 100g of extra thin bacon slices = 6-7 slices
• 100g of thin cut bacon slices = 4-5 slices
• 100g of regular cut bacon = 3-4 slices
• 100g of thick cut bacon = 2-3 slices

Weight to Slice Conversions

Here are some more common bacon weight and slice conversions:

• 50g bacon = 2-3 slices
• 150g bacon = 5-6 slices
• 200g bacon = 8-10 slices
• 250g bacon = 10-12 slices
• 300g bacon = 12-15 slices
• 450g bacon = 18-20 slices
• 500g bacon (full pack) = 20-25 slices

These ranges account for differences in slice thicknesses between brands. Again, the actual number of slices for a given weight can vary quite a bit. Weighing the slices is the most accurate way to portion bacon.

Tips for Measuring Bacon

Here are some tips for easily measuring out bacon:

• Weigh slices uncooked. Bacon shrinks when cooked so weighing raw gives you the right portion size.

• Use a digital kitchen scale for precision. Digital scales designed for food give the most accurate measurements.

• Separate and stack slices on a plate to weigh. This prevents overlap and inaccuracies when weighing.

• Note the brand and slice thickness. This helps determine slice counts for future reference.

• Store extra bacon sealed and refrigerated. Reseal opened packs and use within 5-7 days for food safety.

Cooking with 100g of Bacon

Wondering how much cooked bacon you get from 100g of raw bacon? You can expect it to reduce by about 50% in size after cooking.

So 100g of raw bacon slices will shrink down to approximately 50g of cooked bacon. It will render out fat and the slices will become thinner and crisper.

A 100g portion of cooked bacon is great for:

• 2 servings of eggs and bacon
• 4 bacon cheeseburgers
• Bacon bits for 2 large salads
• Quiche, frittata, or omelette filling
• Potato or green salad topping
• Bacon jam or baked bean filling
• Carbonara or pasta sauce ingredient

You can stretch 100g of bacon even further for flavoring in soups, baked goods, roasted vegetables, etc. A little goes a long way!

Nutrition Facts for 100g Bacon

Here are the general nutrition facts for 100g of pan fried bacon:

• Calories: 417
• Total Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Cholesterol: 109mg
• Sodium: 1060mg
• Carbohydrates: 0g
• Protein: 29g

Bacon is high in saturated fat and sodium, which should be limited in a healthy diet. Enjoy it in moderation along with plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Thespecific nutrition stats can vary depending on the brand, ingredients, and cooking method. Check package labels for details on a particular product. Turkey bacon tends to be slightly leaner than pork bacon.

The Takeaway

So to recap, the typical serving size of bacon is around 100g. This equates to approximately 3-4 slices of regular cut bacon from the supermarket. For the most accuracy, weigh the bacon raw on a kitchen scale. Then cook it up and enjoy it crispy in your favorite dishes!