Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 381 kcal1594.1 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 4.3 g
- Protein
- 20.7 g
- Total fat
- 31.3 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 964 mg
- Calcium
- 849 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Cheese
Cheese is a dairy food made from pressed milk curds, with a firm texture and rich flavor. Per 100 g it provides 381 calories with 20.7 g protein and 31.3 g fat.
381
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 4.3g
- Protein
- 20.7g
- Fat
- 31.3g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Cheese is a dairy food made by coagulating milk, separating the curds, and pressing and aging them. It has a firm texture and rich, savory flavor, and is eaten on its own, in sandwiches, or melted into dishes.
Nutritionally, cheese is concentrated in protein, fat, and calcium. Per 100 g it provides about 381 kcal, 20.7 g of protein, 31.3 g of fat, and 4.3 g of carbohydrates, with 964 mg of sodium and 849 mg of calcium. This reference reflects a firm cheese such as cheddar.
Because cheese is calorie-dense, a small portion supplies a large amount of energy. For accurate tracking, weigh cheese or measure a standard serving, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 oz serving (about 28 g) provides roughly 107 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Cheese nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in cheese?
Cheese provides about 381 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 oz serving (about 28 g) provides roughly 107 calories.
Is cheese high in calcium?
Yes. Firm cheese such as cheddar provides about 849 mg of calcium per 100 g, along with 20.7 g of protein.
Is cheese high in fat?
Cheese is concentrated in fat, providing about 31.3 g per 100 g. A 1 oz serving (about 28 g) has roughly 8.8 g of fat.
