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Fried or baked crispy cheese slice, source of protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Crispy cheese slice (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 234 mg of Calcium covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% 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 3% · Protein 26% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A crispy cheese slice is cheese cooked until its surface turns browned and crunchy, usually by frying or baking. It can be eaten as a snack or added to salads and sandwiches while still warm.
You can make a crispy cheese slice by frying a suitable cheese slice in a lightly oiled pan or baking it until browned. Let the underside form a crust before turning it, which helps the slice hold together.
A cheese that can be cut into slices and holds its shape when heated works best for a crispy cheese slice. Since cheeses melt and brown differently, test a small piece first rather than cooking the whole batch at once.
Yes, a crispy cheese slice can be cooked in an air fryer. Use a liner that is safe for your appliance to reduce sticking, and check it as it cooks because thickness and air-fryer power affect how quickly cheese browns.
A crispy cheese slice may stick if the pan is not hot enough, or fall apart if the cheese softens before a crust forms. Use a nonstick pan, avoid crowding it, and wait for the underside to brown before flipping.
Serve a crispy cheese slice soon after cooking and keep wet sauces on the side. Steam softens its crust, so avoid covering it while hot or stacking the slices before serving.
A crispy cheese slice pairs well with fresh vegetables, salad, or a tangy tomato or yogurt dip. Keep the dip on the side so the crunchy coating does not become soggy.
Yes, a crispy cheese slice can go in a sandwich, but add it just before eating. Moist fillings such as tomato and sauces soften the crust if the sandwich sits for too long.
Refrigerate cooked leftover crispy cheese slices in a covered container once they have cooled, rather than leaving them out for an extended period. They lose crunch in storage, so eat them soon and reheat only what you plan to serve.
Reheat a crispy cheese slice in a dry pan or air fryer to bring back some crunch. A microwave tends to soften the crust, so use it only if texture matters less than speed.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
Vitamin A
81µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
234mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
162mg · 23% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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A crispy cheese slice is a piece of cheese cooked in a pan or oven until its surface turns golden and crisp. It is a simple way to serve cooked cheese rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition, and the result depends on the cheese and cooking method.
Serve it hot, when the outside is crunchy and the centre remains softer. It works as a snack, alongside a breakfast spread, or as part of a casual appetizer plate; in Turkey, it can sit comfortably with tomatoes and greens. It provides protein and calcium, but is also high in fat. For a lighter version, use little oil or bake the slices instead of frying them.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.