Cheddar Cheese
1oz slice (28g)Protein per 100g24.9g
Calories per 100g403
Fat per 100g33.1g
Carbs per 100g1.3g
Fiber per 100g0.0g
Leucine (per serving, est.)2400mg
Typical cost$$
Quality 0.92
high biological value dairy protein
vegetariangluten-freeketo
Why Cheddar Cheese shows up in protein-forward diets
High protein per 100g, but nobody eats 100g of cheddar in one sitting — the realistic 28g serving delivers only about 7g of protein alongside 9g of fat.
Serving-size math
A 1oz slice (28g) portion delivers 7.0g of protein and roughly 113 calories. Scaled per 100 calories, that works out to 6.18g of protein — useful for comparing against other foods on a calorie-matched basis rather than a weight-matched one.
Prep tip
Grate rather than slice for cooking — pre-shredded bagged cheese is coated in anti-caking starch that changes how it melts.
Best for
- flavor
- keto fat+protein combo
Allergens
Contains: dairy.
Frequently asked
How much protein is in cheddar cheese?
24.9g per 100g, or 7.0g per 1oz slice (28g).
Is cheddar cheese a complete protein?
Yes — it's rated a complete, high-quality protein source (high biological value dairy protein).