Cheese Cheddar
Cheese, cheddar (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
Per 100g, Cheese Cheddar has 403 calories, 22.9g protein, 3.4g carbs, and 33.3g fat.
Cheese Cheddar has 403 calories per 100g with 22.9g of protein, 3.37g of carbohydrates, 33.3g of fat. It's rich in calcium, making it a worthwhile addition to a balanced diet. It is also high in sodium at 653mg per 100g, so it may not be the best fit for a low-sodium diet.
Source: FDA RACC - FDA RACC for most cheeses is 30 g.
✨Nutritional Highlights
Excellent source of Saturated Fat (95% DV), Calcium (55% DV), Selenium (52% DV), Protein (46% DV)
⚠️Things to Watch
High in sodium at 653mg per 100g, so it may not be the best fit for a low-sodium diet.
High in saturated fat with 18.9g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Relatively high in cholesterol at 99mg per 100g.
Calorie-dense at 403 kcal per 100g, so portion size matters.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Total Fat | 33g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.4g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.48g | — |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Cheese Cheddar?
- A 100g serving of Cheese Cheddar has 403 calories. You'll also get 22.9g of protein per serving.
- Is Cheese Cheddar high in protein?
- Cheese Cheddar has 22.9g of protein per 100g, which is considered high. That means about 23% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Cheese Cheddar?
- Cheese Cheddar has 33.3g of total fat per 100g, which is considered high. Of that, 18.9g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Cheese Cheddar?
- Cheese Cheddar contains 3.37g of carbohydrates per 100g and 0.48g of sugar.
- What are the macros for Cheese Cheddar?
- Per 100g, Cheese Cheddar has 403 calories, 22.9g protein, 3.37g carbs, and 33.3g fat.
- How many calories in 1 oz of Cheese Cheddar?
- A typical serving of Cheese Cheddar (1 oz, 30g) has 121 calories and 6.9g of protein.
- Is Cheese Cheddar good for weight loss?
- Cheese Cheddar comes in at 403 calories per 100g. Portion control matters here — pair it with lower-calorie foods to balance things out.