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Apple vs Cherries: Calories Compared
Apple is lower in calories (52 vs 63 per 100g). Apple has 0.3g protein per 100g versus 1.1g in Cherries.
Per typical serving, Apple provides 95 kcal (based on a 182g portion) versus Cherries at 87 kcal (138g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so apple contributes 4.7% and cherries contributes 4.3% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Apple | Cherries |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | 63 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8g | 16g |
| of which Sugars | 10.4g | 12.8g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.2g |
| of which Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Fibre | 2.4g | 2.1g |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 107mg | 222mg |
| Calcium | 6mg | 13mg |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 0.4mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.6mg | 7mg |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 3µg |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 0mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Cherries has more (63kcal vs 52kcal per 100g) — a difference of 11kcal. Apple is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Cherries has more (1.1g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 0.8g. Cherries is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Cherries has more (16g vs 13.8g per 100g) — a difference of 2.2g.
- Sugars: Cherries has more (12.8g vs 10.4g per 100g) — a difference of 2.4g. Apple is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: both foods contain the same amount (0.2g per 100g).
- Saturated fat: both foods contain the same amount (0g per 100g).
- Fibre: Apple has more (2.4g vs 2.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.3g. Apple is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Apple has more (1mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Cherries is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Cherries has more (222mg vs 107mg per 100g) — a difference of 115mg. Cherries is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Cherries has more (13mg vs 6mg per 100g) — a difference of 7mg. Cherries is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Cherries has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Cherries is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Cherries has more (7mg vs 5mg per 100g) — a difference of 2mg. Cherries is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: both foods contain the same amount (3µg per 100g).
- Selenium: both foods contain the same amount (0µg per 100g).
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Apple | % DV | Cherries | % DV |
|---|
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK. Figures update live as you change the amounts above — no page reload.
Substituting one for the other
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Apple is the lower-calorie option at 52 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Cherries provides more at 1.1g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Apple has fewer carbs at 13.8g per 100g.
Both apple and cherries can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Apple or Cherries?
Apple has 52 calories per 100g while Cherries has 63 calories per 100g. Cherries is higher in calories by 11 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Apple or Cherries?
Apple contains 0.3g of protein per 100g. Cherries contains 1.1g of protein per 100g. Cherries has more protein.
Is Apple healthier than Cherries?
Apple has 52 kcal, 0.3g protein, 13.8g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Cherries has 63 kcal, 1.1g protein, 16g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Apple or Cherries?
Apple contains 2.4g of fibre per 100g, and Cherries contains 2.1g per 100g. Apple has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Apple vs Cherries?
A typical 1 medium apple of apple (182g) is around 95 calories. A typical 1 cup with pits of cherries (138g) is around 87 calories — a difference of 8 kcal per serving in favour of cherries.
Can I substitute Apple for Cherries in recipes?
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).