Cheese, American
Cheese, American belongs to the eggs & dairy category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 375 kcal with 17.5 g of protein, 31.1 g of fat, 6.4 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is calcium — 39% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the calcium rich foods, including non-dairy sources guide). Related entries in the same group include Cheese, American and Cheese, American, or jump to the full food catalog.
Calorie & macro balance
Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).
- Protein18.7%17.5 g
- Fat74.6%31.1 g
- Carbs6.8%6.4 g
What this food is high in
Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.
Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | % DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | ||
| Calories | 375 kcal | 19% |
| Macronutrients | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% |
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 89% |
| Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | — | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | 8% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 1,600 mg | 70% |
| Potassium | 173 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin C | — | |
| Vitamin A | — | |
| Vitamin D | — | |
| Other | ||
| Cholesterol | — | |
* Percent of the 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 375 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 17.5 g of protein — about 35% of the Daily Value (50 g).
- How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, American?
- Per 100 g there are 31.1 g of fat and 6.4 g of carbohydrate.
- What nutrients is Cheese, American high in?
- Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (39% DV), Protein (35% DV).
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