How many calories are in Cheese, American?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, American has 310 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, American?

Per 100 g there are 15.6 g of protein — about 31% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, American?

Per 100 g there are 23.9 g of fat and 8.2 g of carbohydrate.

What nutrients is Cheese, American high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (115% DV), Protein (31% DV), Vitamin D (22% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, American

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

310kcalCalories

15.6gProtein

23.9gFat

8.2gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

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

Protein 20.1%
Fat 69.3%
Carbs 10.6%

What this food is high in

115% Calcium 1,498 mg / 100 g 31% Protein 15.6 g / 100 g 22% Vitamin D 4.4 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	15.6 g	31%
Total Fat	23.9 g	31%
Saturated Fat	13.7 g	69%
Carbohydrate	8.2 g	3%
Dietary Fiber	—
Total Sugars	—
Minerals
Sodium	1,420 mg	62%
Potassium	211.8 mg	5%
Calcium	1,498 mg	115%
Iron	1.3 mg	7%
Magnesium	34.6 mg	8%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	—
Vitamin A	—
Vitamin D	4.4 mcg	22%
Other
Cholesterol	73.2 mg	24%

* 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?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, American has 310 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, American?: Per 100 g there are 15.6 g of protein — about 31% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, American?: Per 100 g there are 23.9 g of fat and 8.2 g of carbohydrate.
What nutrients is Cheese, American high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (115% DV), Protein (31% DV), Vitamin D (22% DV).

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