How many calories are in Cheese, American Cheddar?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, American Cheddar has 239 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, American Cheddar?

Per 100 g there are 16.7 g of protein — about 33% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, American Cheddar?

Per 100 g there are 14 g of fat and 11.6 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Cheese, American Cheddar high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (43% DV), Protein (33% DV), Vitamin A (13% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, American Cheddar

USDA reference values for cheese, american cheddar (per 100 g).

239kcalCalories

16.7gProtein

14gFat

11.6gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

Protein 27.9%
Fat 52.7%
Carbs 19.4%

What this food is high in

43% Calcium 562 mg / 100 g 33% Protein 16.7 g / 100 g 13% Vitamin A 114 mcg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Macronutrients
Protein	16.7 g	33%
Total Fat	14 g	18%
Saturated Fat	8.8 g	44%
Carbohydrate	11.6 g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0%
Total Sugars	7.7 g	15%
Minerals
Sodium	1,345 mg	58%
Potassium	242 mg	5%
Calcium	562 mg	43%
Iron	0.3 mg	2%
Magnesium	29 mg	7%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin A	114 mcg	13%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	36 mg	12%

* Percent of the Daily Value (Daily Value, based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cheese, American Cheddar?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, American Cheddar has 239 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, American Cheddar?: Per 100 g there are 16.7 g of protein — about 33% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, American Cheddar?: Per 100 g there are 14 g of fat and 11.6 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Cheese, American Cheddar high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (43% DV), Protein (33% DV), Vitamin A (13% DV).

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