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Heinz Cheddar Sauce Calories
Creamy cheddar-flavored sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Heinz Cheddar Sauce (15 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 127 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Heinz Cheddar Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
19
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% 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 28% · Protein 9% · Fat 63%
Heinz Cheddar Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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 Tablespoon of Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 6 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 127 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 254 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 305 kcal |
Calculated from 127 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heinz Cheddar Sauce
How do you use Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
Heinz Cheddar Sauce is a creamy sauce you can serve straight from the pack. Spoon it over chips, burgers or sandwiches, or offer it as a dip with snacks.
Can you heat Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
Yes, Heinz Cheddar Sauce can be warmed. Heat a small amount gently in a saucepan, stirring, or transfer it to a microwave-safe container and follow the pack instructions.
Can you put Heinz Cheddar Sauce on pasta?
Yes, Heinz Cheddar Sauce can be stirred through cooked pasta for a quick creamy coating. Warm the sauce gently with the pasta; a splash of pasta water can help it spread more evenly.
Does Heinz Cheddar Sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?
Follow the storage instructions printed on your Heinz Cheddar Sauce pack after opening. Close the cap securely and refrigerate it if directed; storage guidance can vary with the packaging and product.
Is Heinz Cheddar Sauce ready to eat?
Yes, Heinz Cheddar Sauce is ready to serve without cooking. You can squeeze or spoon it onto food straight from the pack, or warm it first if you prefer a hot sauce.
Does Heinz Cheddar Sauce taste like real cheddar cheese?
Heinz Cheddar Sauce has a creamy cheddar-style flavour, but it is a prepared sauce rather than a piece of cheddar cheese. Its exact cheese ingredients are listed on the product packaging.
Can you use Heinz Cheddar Sauce as a dip for nachos?
Yes, Heinz Cheddar Sauce works as a dip for nachos. Serve it as is or warm a portion separately; avoid heating it in its original packaging unless the pack specifically allows that.
Can Heinz Cheddar Sauce be frozen?
Freezing Heinz Cheddar Sauce is not recommended because a creamy sauce can separate or become grainy when thawed. Keep it according to the pack directions and use it within any stated period after opening.
What goes well with Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
Heinz Cheddar Sauce pairs well with chips, baked potatoes, burgers, sandwiches and nachos. Its creamy cheddar flavour also suits cooked vegetables; add it shortly before serving so the dish does not become soggy.
How is Heinz Cheddar Sauce different from homemade cheese sauce?
Heinz Cheddar Sauce is a ready-made, cheddar-flavoured creamy sauce, while homemade cheese sauce varies with the cheese and other ingredients used. Making it at home lets you adjust its seasoning and thickness.
Heinz Cheddar Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.04µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
8.25µg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Selenium
0.68µg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
11mg · 0% DV
Heinz Cheddar Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Heinz Cheddar Sauce
To burn the 19 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 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 Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
Heinz Cheddar Sauce is a ready-to-use, creamy sauce with a cheddar-style flavour. It offers a quick way to add a savoury, cheesy note to snacks and casual meals without preparing a sauce from scratch.
Serve it as a dip for chips or vegetables, or spoon a little into burgers, sandwiches and toasties. Its smooth texture and rich, tangy taste work well with hot comfort foods as well as cold snack plates. Nutritionally, it provides more fat and carbohydrate than protein or fibre; it contains 127 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter serving, offer it on the side rather than pouring it over the whole dish, and pair it with fresh vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Heinz Cheddar Sauce?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Heinz Cheddar Sauce Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Heinz Cheddar Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Heinz Cheddar Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Heinz Cheddar Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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