Cheddar Cheese Calories and Nutrition Facts
Cheddar Cheese has 408 calories per 100 g, with 23.3 g protein, 2.4 g carbs and 34 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Cheese, cheddar (FDC ID: 328637).
One standard serving of cheddar cheese (1 slice (17 g)) contains 69 calories, 4g protein, 0.4g total carbs (0.4g net carbs), and 5.8g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 408 calories.
Energy density
4.08 kcal/g
high
Protein / 100 kcal
5.7 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
2.4 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
25 g
≈ 0.9 oz
- Sugars
- 0.1g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 111mg
Cheddar Cheese Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (17 g) | 17 g | 69 kcal | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 4 g | 5.8 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 408 kcal | 2.4 g | 2.4 g | 23.3 g | 34 g |
| 1 cup (105 g) | 105 g | 428 kcal | 2.5 g | 2.5 g | 24.5 g | 35.7 g |
Cheese, cheddar nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for cheese, cheddar per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 slice (17 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from fat, and it is high in protein (23.3 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 slice (17 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | 69 kcal | — |
| Protein | 23.3 g | 4 g | 47% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Fat | 34 g | 5.8 g | 44% |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 19.2 g | 3.3 g | 96% |
| Sodium | 654 mg | 111 mg | 28% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Cheddar Cheese calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 4.08 kcal per gram (high energy density), energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 116 kcal | 6.6 g | 0.7 g | 9.6 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 408 kcal | 23.3 g | 2.4 g | 34 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 463 kcal | 26.4 g | 2.7 g | 38.6 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 925 kcal | 52.8 g | 5.4 g | 77.1 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 1851 kcal | 105.7 g | 10.9 g | 154.2 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 328637.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How cheddar cheese compares to other dairy & eggs
Against the 40 dairy & eggs in this database, cheddar cheese ranks 37th lowest in calories and 11th highest in protein. The category averages 243 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 68% above it. The lightest option in the category is milk, nonfat, fluid, with added vitamin a and vitamin d (fat free or skim) at 34 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is egg, white, dried at 79.9 g per 100 g.
| Dairy & Eggs (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🧀 Cheese, swiss | 393 kcal | 27 g | 3.93 |
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated, refrigerated | 403 kcal | 30.1 g | 4.03 |
| 🧀 Cheese, cheddar (this page) | 408 kcal | 23.3 g | 4.08 |
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated | 421 kcal | 29.6 g | 4.21 |
| 🥚 Egg, whole, dried | 575 kcal | 48.1 g | 5.75 |
Portion planning with cheddar cheese
- 100 calories comes to about 25 g (0.9 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 86 g, bringing 351 kcal with it — that is 5.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 2% carbs, 23% protein, 75% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 23.3 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Sugar free — 0.3 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
- Keto-friendly — 2.4 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Cheddar Cheese FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 slice (17 g) of cheddar cheese?
One serving of 1 slice (17 g) provides 69 calories, 0.4 g total carbs, 4 g protein, and 5.8 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 1 cup (105 g) of cheddar cheese?
1 cup (105 g) of cheddar cheese provides 428 calories, 24.5 g protein, 2.5 g total carbs, and 35.7 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of cheddar cheese?
Cheddar Cheese contains 408 calories per 100 g, with 23.3 g protein, 2.4 g carbohydrate, and 34 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for cheddar cheese?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Cheese, cheddar" is FDC ID: 328637. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of cheddar cheese?
By calories, cheddar cheese is approximately 2% carbohydrates, 23% protein, and 75% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of cheddar cheese?
One ounce (28 g) of cheddar cheese has 116 calories, with 6.6 g protein, 0.7 g carbs and 9.6 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 463 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 1851 calories.
How much cheddar cheese is 100 calories?
About 25 g of cheddar cheese supplies 100 calories, because it carries 4.08 kcal per gram (high energy density). Energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
How much cheddar cheese do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 86 g of cheddar cheese, which also brings 351 calories with it. That works out to 5.7 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is cheddar cheese high or low in calories for a dairy & egg?
Cheddar Cheese sits 68% above the dairy & eggs average of 243 kcal per 100 g, ranking 37th lowest of 40 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.