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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| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal |
| Protein | 25.0 g |
| Fat | 33.0 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 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
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 402 kcal | 25 g |
| 1 slice | 28 g | 113 kcal | 7 g |
| 1 serving | 40 g | 161 kcal | 10 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.
More Dairy & eggs
- Calories in Egg · 143 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Greek Yogurt · 59 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Milk · 61 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Cottage Cheese · 98 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Boiled Egg · 155 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Mozzarella · 300 kcal/100 g
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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