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Calories in Cheese

Cheese has 402 kcal per 100 g. 1 slice (28 g) has about 113 kcal.

A concentrated dairy food high in fat and protein. Nutrition values below are estimates per 100g and can help you track calories and macros.

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NutrientPer 100g
Calories402 kcal
Protein25.0 g
Fat33.0 g
Carbs1.3 g
Fiber0.0 g
Sugar0.5 g

Nutrition by grams

Typical portions
Calories
402 kcal
Protein
25.0 g
Fat
33.0 g
Carbs
1.3 g

Calories in typical portions

PortionWeightCaloriesProtein
100 g100 g402 kcal25 g
1 slice28 g113 kcal7 g
1 serving40 g161 kcal10 g

Tips for tracking cheese

  • These values are for cheddar. One slice is about 113 kcal, so a cheese plate adds up faster than it looks.
  • Strongly flavored cheese lets you use less: grated parmesan or aged cheddar goes further than mild cheese.

How long it takes to burn 113 kcal (1 slice)

  • Walking

    26 min

  • Cycling

    14 min

  • Running

    9 min

Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult at a steady pace.

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FAQ

How many calories are in cheese?
Cheese has about 402 calories per 100g.
How many calories are in a typical portion of cheese?
A typical portion (1 slice, 28 g) has about 113 kcal and 7 g of protein.
Is cheese high in protein?
Cheese provides around 25g of protein per 100g.
Can I use this for meal tracking?
Yes. Use these nutrition estimates to log meals and compare your daily calorie and macro totals.

Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages; brands and preparation can differ.

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