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Small portion grilled cheese sandwich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (mini) of Mini grilled cheese sandwich (45 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 108 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 45 g
149
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 16% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.14 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 (mini) | 45 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 149 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 297 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 297 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 135 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 180 g | 594 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Make a mini grilled cheese sandwich by placing cheese between two small slices of bread, then cooking it in a buttered skillet or sandwich press until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts. Keep the filling inside the bread so it does not spill out.
Cheddar is a popular choice for a mini grilled cheese sandwich because it melts well and has a familiar savory flavor. American cheese melts especially smoothly, while combining a flavorful cheese with a good-melting one can balance taste and texture.
Soft sandwich bread is easy to shape and gives a mini grilled cheese sandwich an even, crisp exterior. Sourdough adds a tangier flavor and sturdier bite, but choose thin slices so the cheese can melt before the bread gets too dark.
Yes, you can make a mini grilled cheese sandwich in an air fryer. Lightly butter the outside of the bread, secure the top slice if needed, and cook until golden, checking early because small sandwiches brown quickly.
To stop cheese leaking from a mini grilled cheese sandwich, leave a clear border around the bread and avoid overfilling it. Press the edges together gently and cook over moderate heat so the bread does not brown before the cheese softens.
Yes, mayonnaise can replace butter on the outside of a mini grilled cheese sandwich. Spread on a thin layer before cooking; it helps the bread brown, while butter gives a more familiar buttery flavor.
Yes, you can make a mini grilled cheese sandwich ahead, but it is crispest when freshly cooked. If packing it for lunch, let it cool before closing the container and keep it chilled when it contains cheese.
Reheat a mini grilled cheese sandwich in a skillet, toaster oven, or air fryer to bring back some crispness as the cheese warms. A microwave works in a pinch, but it tends to make the bread soft rather than toasted.
Yes, a mini grilled cheese sandwich can be frozen after it has cooled completely. Wrap it well to limit freezer air, then thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat in a skillet or toaster oven for a crisper result.
Tomato soup is a classic pairing for a mini grilled cheese sandwich, since its tangy, smooth texture contrasts with the crisp bread and melted cheese. A simple green salad or sliced fruit also makes an easy side.
Vitamins
B12
0.32µg · 13% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
81µg · 9% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Selenium
8.1µg · 15% DV
Calcium
126mg · 13% DV
Sodium
279mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 149 calories in 1 piece (mini) (45 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.
A mini grilled cheese sandwich is made by placing cheese between small slices of bread and toasting them until the outside is crisp and the filling softens. It is a small-format take on the familiar grilled cheese, which is made in many ways across home kitchens and cafés rather than having one fixed recipe.
Serve it hot as a quick lunch, snack or light supper; tomato soup, sliced tomatoes or a simple salad make natural partners. The bread gives it most of its carbohydrate, while the cheese contributes protein and fat. A 45 g mini piece makes a convenient portion, though it can be more satisfying alongside vegetables or soup if you are making it a meal.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.