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Processed cheese pizza topping high in calcium, protein, and sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
0.25 cup (shredded) of Cheese pizza topping (28 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 182 mg of Calcium covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 0.25 cup (shredded) · 28 g
80
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 27% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.7 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 230 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cup (shredded) | 28 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 14 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 56 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 112 g | 319 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Cheese pizza topping varies by product and may contain mozzarella, other cheeses, or a blend formulated to melt on pizza. Check the ingredient list for the exact cheeses and any added ingredients in the one you have.
Cheese pizza topping browns best when the oven is fully preheated and the pizza is baked on a hot surface. Spread the cheese evenly and, if needed, finish briefly under the broiler while watching closely to prevent burning.
Yes, cheese pizza topping can replace mozzarella on pizza. Its flavor and stretch may differ from mozzarella, so use it on its own for convenience or combine it with mozzarella if you want a milder, stretchier result.
Cheese pizza topping can release oil when its fat separates during baking, especially under prolonged or intense heat. Use an even layer and avoid overbaking; blotting excess surface oil after baking can also help.
Yes, cheese pizza topping can be frozen, although its texture may become crumbly or clump together after thawing. Freeze it airtight in usable portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use it in a cooked dish.
Opened cheese pizza topping should stay refrigerated in a tightly closed package and be used within the period stated on its packaging. Discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a slimy texture.
Add cheese pizza topping before the pizza goes into the oven so it melts with the other ingredients. Put it over the sauce; place toppings above or below it depending on whether you want them exposed or covered.
Yes, cheese pizza topping works in grilled cheese sandwiches because it melts when heated. Pair it with a firmer cheese if you want a more substantial filling, and cook over moderate heat so the bread browns before the cheese scorches.
Usually, yes: cheese pizza topping sold for ordinary home use can generally be eaten as it is unless its package says it must be cooked. Keep it refrigerated and follow any handling instructions on the package.
Shredded mozzarella is a straightforward substitute for cheese pizza topping, while provolone or a mozzarella-and-cheddar blend gives a different flavor. Choose a cheese that melts well and shred it yourself if you want to avoid pre-shredded blends.
Vitamins
B12
0.31µg · 13% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
50.4µg · 6% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
182mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Sodium
230mg · 10% DV
Selenium
3.92µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 80 calories in 0.25 cup (shredded) (28 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.
Cheese pizza topping is a cheese product, often sold shredded or in small pieces, designed to melt over pizza as it bakes. Packaged versions may contain a blend of cheeses, and the exact ingredients vary by product. Pizza has Italian roots, while this convenient topping is now used in home kitchens and pizzerias around the world.
It melts into a soft, savoury layer, sometimes with a little stretch, and is typically spread over tomato sauce before baking with other toppings. Cheese pizza topping also works on flatbreads or homemade pizza-style toast. It provides protein, but can be rich in fat and salt; use a modest layer and add vegetables if you want a lighter balance.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.