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Oven-baked breaded cheese snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Baked breaded cheese stick (90 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.5 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 324 mg of Phosphorus covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
288
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
18.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 26% · Protein 22% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 8.28 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 70 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 240 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 6 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
To make baked breaded cheese sticks, coat cheese batons in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then bake them on a preheated tray. Press the crumbs on firmly and cover the ends too, so the coating stays intact as the cheese softens.
Cheese leaks from baked breaded cheese sticks when it gets too hot before the coating sets or finds a gap in the crumb layer. Chill the coated sticks before baking, seal the ends carefully, and take them out as soon as the coating is golden.
Low-moisture mozzarella is a popular choice for baked breaded cheese sticks because it melts well without being as wet as fresh mozzarella. Other firm melting cheeses can work too; cut them evenly and pat the surface dry before breading.
Dry the cheese first, then coat every side of baked breaded cheese sticks in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs. Press the crumbs on gently and chill the coated sticks before baking; loose crumbs and damp cheese are common reasons the coating separates.
Yes, baked breaded cheese sticks can go into the oven straight from frozen, and keeping them cold helps limit cheese leakage. Bake until the coating is crisp and the cheese is soft; homemade sticks may need longer than chilled ones.
Yes, baked breaded cheese sticks cook well in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer with space between them so hot air can crisp the coating, and check them often because cheese can escape if they cook too long.
A hot, preheated oven gives baked breaded cheese sticks time to crisp before the cheese melts too much. Use the cooking temperature specified for your particular recipe or product, and watch for a golden coating rather than waiting for the cheese to bubble out.
Baked breaded cheese sticks pair well with marinara, tomato dipping sauce, or ranch dressing. Serve the sauce on the side instead of pouring it over the sticks, so the breadcrumb coating stays crisp while people dip each piece.
Reheat leftover baked breaded cheese sticks in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness. A microwave warms them quickly but tends to soften the breading; avoid overheating either way, since the cheese can leak out.
Baked breaded cheese sticks are usually made with less added oil than deep-fried mozzarella sticks, but they still contain cheese and a breaded coating. Baking changes the cooking method, not the fact that they are best treated as a snack rather than a main source of nutrition.
Vitamins
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
Vitamin A
162µg · 18% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
324mg · 46% DV
Calcium
432mg · 43% DV
Sodium
702mg · 31% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
135mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 288 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A baked breaded cheese stick is made by coating strips of cheese in breadcrumbs and cooking them in the oven. The type of cheese can vary; when served hot, the coating is crisp while the centre turns soft and stretchy. It is a familiar snack or appetiser in many places, often associated with casual dining and shared plates.
Serve it straight from the oven with a dipping sauce, or alongside a salad for a more balanced plate. Cheese makes it a relatively protein-rich snack, with 17.5 g of protein per 100 g. If you prefer a lighter serving, keep the dip modest and pair a few sticks with vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.