Calories in cheddar cheese
Cheddar cheese (1 oz, 28 g) has 114 calories, with 6.5 g of protein, 1 g of carbohydrates and 9.4 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 403 kcal.
Values are for Cheese, cheddar. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Cheddar cheese
Per 1 oz (28 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in cheddar cheese by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 403 | 22.9 g | 3.4 g | 33.3 g |
| 1 cup, diced | 132 g | 532 | 30.2 g | 4.4 g | 44 g |
| 1 cup, melted | 244 g | 983 | 55.8 g | 8.2 g | 81.3 g |
| 1 cup, shredded | 113 g | 455 | 25.8 g | 3.8 g | 37.6 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 114 | 6.5 g | 1 g | 9.4 g |
| 1 cubic inch | 17 g | 69 | 3.9 g | 0.6 g | 5.7 g |
| 1 slice (1 oz) | 28 g | 113 | 6.4 g | 0.9 g | 9.3 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 23%Carbs 3%Fat 74%
Cheddar cheese has a high energy density (4.0 kcal per gram). It provides 5.7 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Eggs & dairy: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skim milk | 34 | 3.4 g | 5 g | 0.1 g |
| 2% milk | 50 | 3.3 g | 4.8 g | 2 g |
| Egg white | 52 | 10.9 g | 0.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) | 59 | 10.2 g | 3.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Whole milk | 61 | 3.1 g | 4.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Plain yogurt (whole milk) | 61 | 3.5 g | 4.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Cottage cheese (2%) | 81 | 10.4 g | 4.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Egg | 143 | 12.6 g | 0.7 g | 9.5 g |
| Scrambled eggs | 149 | 10 g | 1.6 g | 11 g |
| Hard-boiled egg | 155 | 12.6 g | 1.1 g | 10.6 g |
| Fried egg | 196 | 13.6 g | 0.8 g | 14.8 g |
| Feta cheese | 265 | 14.2 g | 3.9 g | 21.5 g |
| Mozzarella | 299 | 22.2 g | 2.4 g | 22.1 g |
| Cream cheese | 350 | 6.2 g | 5.5 g | 34.4 g |
| Cheddar cheese | 403 | 22.9 g | 3.4 g | 33.3 g |
| Parmesan (grated) | 420 | 28.4 g | 13.9 g | 27.8 g |
| Butter | 717 | 0.8 g | 0.1 g | 81.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 173414. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in cheddar cheese?
114 calories in 1 oz (28 g), or 403 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in cheddar cheese?
6.5 g of protein in 1 oz (28 g) (22.9 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in cheddar cheese?
1 g of carbohydrates in 1 oz (28 g).