BeslyCheddar Cheese: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
How many calories are in cheddar cheese? 408 per 100 g, and 69 for 1 slice (17 g). That serving carries 4 g protein, 0.4 g carbs and 5.8 g fat.
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Cheddar Cheese serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 408 | 23.3 | 2.4 | 34 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 116 | 6.6 | 0.7 | 9.6 |
| 1 slice | 17 | 69 | 4 | 0.4 | 5.8 |
| 1 cup, NFS | 113 | 461 | 26.3 | 2.8 | 38.4 |
| 1 cup, shredded | 113 | 461 | 26.3 | 2.8 | 38.4 |
| 1 cup, cubed | 132 | 539 | 30.8 | 3.2 | 44.9 |
| 1 cup, diced | 132 | 539 | 30.8 | 3.2 | 44.9 |
| 1 cup, melted | 244 | 996 | 56.9 | 6 | 83 |
| 1 cracker-size slice | 9 | 37 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 3.1 |
| 1 shredded | 105 | 428 | 24.5 | 2.6 | 35.7 |
Where the calories in cheddar cheese come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, cheddar cheese gets 23% of its calories from protein, 2% from carbs and 75% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (23.3 g protein, 2.4 g carbs, 34 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in cheddar cheese
A 1 slice (17 g) of cheddar cheese also contains 111.2 mg sodium and 3.3 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 slice (17 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 654 mg | 111.2 mg |
| Saturated fat | 19.2 g | 3.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 17 mg |
| Potassium | 77 mg | 13.1 mg |
| Calcium | 707 mg | 120.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 0 mg |
How cheddar cheese compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares cheddar cheese with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 408 kcal it is number 5 of 5, sorted from lowest to highest.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greek Yogurt | 61 | 10.3 | 3.6 | 0.4 |
| Whole Milk | 61 | 3.3 | 4.6 | 3.2 |
| Cottage Cheese | 72 | 12.4 | 2.7 | 1 |
| Oats & Oatmeal | 382 | 13.5 | 68.7 | 6 |
| Cheddar Cheese (this page) | 408 | 23.3 | 2.4 | 34 |
Forms and preparations of cheddar cheese
Across the 4 forms listed for cheddar cheese, calories range from 157 kcal per 100 g (Cheese, Cheddar, nonfat or fat free) to 408 kcal per 100 g (Cheese, cheddar).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese, cheddar (main entry) | 408 | 23.3 | 2.4 | 34 | 1 slice (17 g): 69 kcal |
| Cheese, Cheddar, reduced fat | 316 | 27.4 | 2.7 | 20.4 | 1 cracker-size slice (9 g): 28 kcal |
| Cheese, Cheddar, reduced sodium | 398 | 24.4 | 1.9 | 32.6 | 1 cup, melted (244 g): 971 kcal |
| Cheese, Cheddar, nonfat or fat free | 157 | 32.1 | 7.1 | 0 | 1 stick (28 g): 44 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 slice of cheddar cheese?
1 slice (17 g) of cheddar cheese has 69 calories, with 4 g protein, 0.4 g carbs and 5.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of cheddar cheese?
100 g of cheddar cheese has 408 calories, 23.3 g protein, 2.4 g carbs and 34 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 116 calories.
Is cheddar cheese low in carbs?
Carbs supply 2% of the calories in cheddar cheese (protein 23%, fat 75%). Per 100 g there are 2.4 g of carbs, and 1 slice (17 g) has 0.4 g.
Recipes with cheddar cheese
- Broccoli and Cheddar Twice-Baked Potatoes
- Broccoli and Cheddar Frittata
- Healthy Potato Au Gratin
- Cheesy Baked Lentil Casserole
- Crunchy Bean and Vegetable Salad
- Bell Pepper Nachos
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda_fdc_reimport”, record us.generic.cheese_cheddar). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.