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Creamy, spicy cheese spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Spicy spreadable cheese (20 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 50 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
52
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 11% · Fat 81%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.84 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Spicy spreadable cheese is a soft, spreadable cheese seasoned with chilli or other spices. Its heat and texture vary by recipe, and it is commonly served on bread, crackers, or as part of a snack platter.
Use spicy spreadable cheese as a bread spread, sandwich filling, or quick dip. It also works stirred into warm pasta or spooned over baked potatoes; add it near the end of cooking to keep its texture creamy.
Spicy spreadable cheese is made from a soft cheese base combined with chilli or other seasonings. Recipes may also include herbs, garlic, or yoghurt, so the ingredients and heat level differ between homemade versions and packaged products.
Make spicy spreadable cheese by blending soft cheese with chilli flakes or finely chopped fresh chilli and your preferred seasonings. Mash it for a textured spread or briefly blend it smooth; chill it before serving so the flavours can mingle.
Mix spicy spreadable cheese with more mild cream cheese, soft cheese, or plain yoghurt to tone down the heat. Add the mild ingredient a little at a time and taste as you go; serving it with bread can also soften the spicy impression.
Spicy spreadable cheese pairs well with toasted bread, crackers, fresh vegetables, and baked potatoes. For a fuller snack, serve it with sliced cucumber and peppers, or use it alongside eggs and roasted vegetables.
Yes, spicy spreadable cheese can make a quick creamy pasta sauce. Loosen it with a splash of hot pasta water, then toss it with the cooked pasta off the heat to reduce the chance of the cheese turning grainy.
Keep spicy spreadable cheese covered in the refrigerator after opening and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package’s use-by guidance; discard it if you notice mould, an unusual smell, or a change in appearance.
You can freeze spicy spreadable cheese, but thawing may make it watery or grainy because soft cheese can separate. It may still work in a cooked sauce or casserole, though the thawed texture is usually less appealing as a cold spread.
Spicy spreadable cheese softens readily but may separate rather than melt into a perfectly smooth sauce. Stir it into a dish over low heat, or mix it in after removing the pan from the heat for a creamier result.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
50µg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
136mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.9µg · 3% DV
Iodine
3.6µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 52 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Spicy spreadable cheese is a soft, creamy cheese spread seasoned with chilli or other spices. The exact cheese base and level of heat vary by product, so it can range from gently warming to distinctly fiery. It is a convenient savoury spread rather than a single traditional recipe tied to one particular region.
Spread it on toast or sandwiches, serve it with crackers and sliced vegetables, or add a small spoonful to a snack board. Its rich texture makes it satisfying, while its nutritional profile is relatively high in fat and more moderate in protein: a 100 g portion provides 23 g of fat and 7.2 g of protein. For a lighter snack, use a thin layer and pair it with crisp vegetables or whole-grain bread.
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
2.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.