How many calories are in Cheddar Cheese?
Cheddar Cheese contains 20 calories per serving (1% of the 2,000 kcal daily value), with 2g fat, 0g carbs, and 1g protein. This nutritional data is based on AI-powered meal analysis by SimpliFit.
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How many calories and nutrients are in Cheddar Cheese
Nutritional value of Cheddar Cheese per 100 grams
What's inside Cheddar Cheese
| Ingredient | Amount | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar Cheese | 5g | 400 kcal | 20g | 40g | 0g |
Where do the calories in Cheddar Cheese come from
How Cheddar Cheese fits into your daily diet
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 0% |
Based on a 2,000 kcal daily reference diet.
How long it takes to burn off the calories from Cheddar Cheese
Estimates for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. Actual values vary by body weight and intensity.
Common questions about Cheddar Cheese
How many calories are in Cheddar Cheese?
A full serving of Cheddar Cheese contains approximately 20 kcal. The total serving weighs about 5g. Per 100 grams, that works out to 400 kcal.
Is Cheddar Cheese good for weight loss?
Cheddar Cheese has a high calorie density at 400 kcal per 100g. If you are watching your weight, keep portions small and balance it with lower-calorie foods throughout the day.
How much protein is in Cheddar Cheese?
A serving of Cheddar Cheese provides about 1g of protein from a total serving weight of 5g. That is 20g of protein per 100g, which covers roughly 2% of the recommended daily intake of 50g.
What is the easiest way to track Cheddar Cheese calories?
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How does Cheddar Cheese compare to similar meals?
| Meal | Weight | Calories | Protein | compared to this |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese slice | 24g | 97.0 | 5.7g | +77 kcal, more protein |
| Cheese | 70g | 281.6 | 17.2g | +261 kcal, more protein |
| Cheese | 100g | 402.0 | 25g | +382 kcal, more protein |
| Cheddar | 30g | 121.5 | 7.7g | +101 kcal, more protein |
| Cheddar Cream Cheese | 100g | 350.0 | 7g | +330 kcal, more protein |