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Baked Cheddar Ball Calories
Baked cheddar cheese balls, rich, cheesy, and protein-packed snack.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Baked Cheddar Ball (30 g) has 105 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.4 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 165 mg of Calcium covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Baked Cheddar Ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
105
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
5.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 18% · Fat 61%
Baked Cheddar Ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 105 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 225 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Baked Cheddar Ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 40 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 210 kcal |
| 3 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 315 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 120 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baked Cheddar Ball
What is in a Baked Cheddar Ball?
A Baked Cheddar Ball is centered on cheddar cheese, with recipes often adding egg and flour or breadcrumbs to help the mixture hold together. Seasonings and coatings vary, so check the specific recipe if you need to avoid an ingredient.
How do you make Baked Cheddar Balls?
To make Baked Cheddar Balls, combine cheddar with the recipe’s binding ingredients, shape the mixture into even portions, and bake until set and browned. Chilling the shaped balls before baking can help them keep their form.
Why do Baked Cheddar Balls fall apart?
Baked Cheddar Balls can fall apart when the mixture is too wet, the cheese is not bound well, or the balls are handled before they set. Add dry binder gradually and let them firm up after baking before serving.
How do you stop Baked Cheddar Balls from leaking cheese?
To reduce cheese leaking from Baked Cheddar Balls, seal any cracks in the outside and avoid oversized pieces of exposed cheese. Chilling the shaped balls before baking also helps the coating set before the cheddar melts fully.
Can you make Baked Cheddar Balls in an air fryer?
Yes, Baked Cheddar Balls can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer with space between each ball, and check them early because air-fryer models and ball sizes affect how quickly they cook.
Do Baked Cheddar Balls need breadcrumbs?
No, Baked Cheddar Balls do not always need breadcrumbs. They can be mixed into the cheese mixture as a binder or used as an outer coating; a recipe using another binder may work without them, though the texture will differ.
What sauce goes with Baked Cheddar Balls?
Baked Cheddar Balls go well with marinara, garlic yogurt dip, or a spicy tomato sauce. Serve the sauce on the side to keep the outside crisp rather than letting the balls sit in it.
What should you serve with Baked Cheddar Balls?
Serve Baked Cheddar Balls with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or soup to make a more balanced plate. For a party snack, fresh vegetables add a crisp contrast to the rich, melted-cheese center.
Can you prepare Baked Cheddar Balls ahead of time?
Yes, you can shape Baked Cheddar Balls ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator until baking. Keep them chilled rather than leaving the cheese mixture at room temperature, and bake them shortly before serving for the best texture.
Can you freeze Baked Cheddar Balls?
Yes, you can freeze Baked Cheddar Balls before baking. Freeze the shaped balls until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; bake from frozen and allow extra cooking time, checking that the centers are hot.
Baked Cheddar Ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
69µg · 8% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
165mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Sodium
225mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Baked Cheddar Ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baked Cheddar Ball
To burn the 105 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Baked Cheddar Ball?
A Baked Cheddar Ball is a cheese-based snack made by shaping cheddar into a ball and baking it. Recipes may include other ingredients to help bind or season the mixture, but cheddar gives it its rich, savoury character. It is best known as a casual party bite rather than a traditional dish tied to one specific region.
Served warm, it may have a lightly browned outside and a soft, gooey centre. Enjoy it as a snack or appetiser, often with a dipping sauce or alongside fresh vegetables. It provides protein, while also being fairly rich: a 100 g portion has 23 g of fat. Pair a smaller serving with a crisp salad if you’d like a more balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Baked Cheddar Ball?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Baked Cheddar Ball Processed?
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.
Does Baked Cheddar Ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Baked Cheddar Ball Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Baked Cheddar Ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.