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Cheddar cheese toast
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cheddar cheese toast (90 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 12.2 g of protein, 14.9 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 333 mg of Calcium covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
288
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
12.2g
· 24% DV
Fat
14.9g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 17% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.9 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 7.65 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 513 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 65 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 416 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
To make Cheddar cheese toast, place Cheddar on bread and toast it in a preheated oven or under a broiler until the cheese melts and the edges turn golden. Watch it closely near the end, since bread can brown before the topping is ready.
Sturdy sandwich bread, sourdough, or a firm country loaf all work well for Cheddar cheese toast. Bread that is too thin can become limp under the melted cheese, while very thick slices may brown before the center is warmed through.
Both work: sliced Cheddar gives Cheddar cheese toast an even layer, while finely grated Cheddar melts quickly and covers the bread more uniformly. Keep the cheese away from the edges so it does not drip onto the baking tray or toaster.
No. Cheddar cheese toast usually means cheese melted on an open slice of bread, while a grilled cheese sandwich has cheese enclosed between two slices and is cooked until the outside is browned. Recipes sometimes use the names differently.
Cheddar cheese toast can turn oily when the cheese gets too hot or is heated for too long, causing fat to separate. Use moderate heat and take the toast out as soon as the cheese has melted rather than waiting for it to bubble heavily.
Yes, you can make Cheddar cheese toast in an air fryer. Put the bread in a single layer and keep an eye on it as it cooks, since circulating hot air can blow a light slice of bread around before the cheese weighs it down.
Mild Cheddar gives Cheddar cheese toast a gentle, creamy taste, while sharp Cheddar makes the cheese flavor more pronounced. A blend can balance both qualities; finely grate firm Cheddar if you want it to melt quickly and evenly.
Yes. For Cheddar cheese toast with tomato, pat the slices dry and keep them thin; removing excess seeds also helps. Add the tomato over the cheese or briefly roast it first so its moisture does not soak into the bread.
Leftover Cheddar cheese toast can generally be refrigerated in a covered container for 3–4 days. Let it cool before storing, but do not leave it at room temperature for more than two hours; the bread will soften in the fridge.
Reheat Cheddar cheese toast in a skillet, toaster oven, or air fryer to bring back some crispness while melting the cheese. A microwave is quicker but tends to make the bread soft, so use it only when texture matters less.
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
Vitamin A
162µg · 18% DV
B2
0.21mg · 16% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Calcium
333mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Sodium
513mg · 22% DV
Selenium
8.1µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cheddar cheese toast is a simple dish of bread filled with cheddar and toasted until the cheese melts. It has no single regional origin: it is a familiar home and café option, especially in Britain and other places where cheddar is a popular everyday cheese. The bread may be toasted in a sandwich press or browned in a pan.
Expect crisp, golden bread around warm, savoury, melted cheese. It works for breakfast, lunch or a quick snack, and is often served with soup or a side salad. At 320 calories per 100 g, it can make a filling bite; pair it with fresh vegetables for a more balanced plate, or use thinner slices of bread if you want a lighter version.
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
7.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.