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Cheese snack bites, typically breaded or baked
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Cheese Bites (50 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 165 mg of Phosphorus covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 50 g
165
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 16% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 30 g | 99 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 80 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 150 g | 495 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Cheese bites are usually pieces or portions of cheese covered with a coating, often breadcrumbs, then baked or otherwise cooked. The cheese, seasonings, and coating vary by product, so the ingredients list is the reliable way to identify a particular version.
Cook cheese bites in a single layer in the air fryer until the coating is crisp and the centre is hot. Follow the package directions for temperature and timing, since size and coating vary, and avoid overcrowding the basket.
Cheese bites can leak when the cheese gets hot enough to escape through a weak seam or crack in the coating. Follow the package cooking instructions, leave space between pieces, and let them rest briefly before serving.
You can freeze cheese bites if the package instructions allow it, but freezing may affect the coating’s crispness. Keep them sealed to prevent freezer damage, and cook them according to directions for frozen products rather than thawing unless the package says otherwise.
Tomato or marinara sauce is a classic dip for cheese bites, while garlic yogurt or a spicy sauce offers a different contrast. Serve the dip on the side so the coating stays crisp until each bite is eaten.
To make homemade cheese bites, coat small pieces of a firm or melting cheese in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then bake or air-fry them. Chilling the coated pieces before cooking helps the cheese stay inside the crust.
Yes, cheese bites can be reheated in an oven or air fryer, which helps restore some crispness. Heat them until hot throughout, checking often so the cheese does not burst through the coating; a microwave tends to soften the crust.
Store opened cheese bites according to the package directions, keeping them sealed and refrigerated if the product requires it. Avoid leaving them out for extended periods, and discard them if their smell or texture has changed.
Some cheese bites use mozzarella, but the cheese varies among products and recipes. Others may use a different melting cheese or a blend, so check the ingredients rather than assuming the stretchy centre is mozzarella.
Cheese bites may not turn stretchy if their cheese variety is less elastic, if they have cooled, or if they were cooked too long. Serve them soon after cooking, when the centre is hot, and follow the product’s recommended method.
Vitamins
B12
0.55µg · 23% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
90µg · 10% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
1.1mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cheese Bites are small portions of cheese, usually coated in breadcrumbs and fried or baked. They are a snack-style preparation rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and the cheese and coating can vary between recipes and packaged versions.
Served hot, they tend to have a crisp outside and a soft, often stretchy centre. They work well as a shareable snack with a dip, or alongside other party food; in the UK and elsewhere, they may also appear on casual pub-style or party platters. They provide protein as well as carbohydrates and fat, with 13 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter result, bake them rather than frying, and pair with a fresh salad or a tangy dip.
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.
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.
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
5.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.