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Dairy-free, meltable plant-based processed cheese alternative for toast
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Vegan toast cheese (40 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 48 mg of Calcium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 40 g
112
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 26% · Protein 2% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 7.2 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.6 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 slice (medium) | 40 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (shredded) | 30 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 140 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 60 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 560 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Yes, vegan toast cheese is designed to soften and melt when heated, but how smoothly it melts varies by product. Use moderate heat and avoid overcooking, which can make the slices firm or rubbery instead of soft.
Vegan toast cheese is commonly made with ingredients such as plant oils, starch, water and salt. Some versions also use flavourings or thickeners, so the exact recipe depends on the product rather than following one standard formula.
Usually not as reliably as dairy cheese. Vegan toast cheese may soften when hot, but its stretch depends on its formulation; a melted slice can become creamy without forming the long, elastic strands associated with some dairy cheeses.
Yes, vegan toast cheese works in a grilled cheese sandwich. Put the slices between the bread, cook over moderate heat, and give them time to soften without letting the bread brown too quickly.
Vegan toast cheese does not taste exactly like dairy cheese. Its flavour can be milder, saltier or more savoury depending on the product, and heating it in a sandwich changes its texture more than it recreates the flavour of a specific cheese.
Keep vegan toast cheese sealed in the refrigerator after opening. Use clean hands or utensils to remove slices, follow the package’s guidance for use after opening, and discard it if its smell, appearance or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, you can freeze vegan toast cheese, although its texture may become crumbly or uneven after thawing. Freeze it in portions in an airtight package and use thawed slices in cooked dishes, where a texture change is less noticeable.
Yes, vegan toast cheese can be used on pizza, though it may not melt or brown like mozzarella. Add it in slices or small pieces and watch the pizza as it cooks, since different products soften at different rates.
Yes, you can make a homemade vegan cheese-style topping using ingredients such as plant milk, oil and starch. The result can work in a toastie, but matching the flavour and sliceable texture of a packaged product takes some recipe adjustment.
Vegan toast cheese is an ultra-processed cheese alternative, and being dairy-free does not automatically make it a nutritious choice. It is low in protein, so pair it with a protein-rich food such as beans or tofu if you want a more filling meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.48mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
3.2µg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.4µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Calcium
48mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 112 calories in 2 slice (medium) (40 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.
Vegan toast cheese is a sliced, plant-based alternative to dairy cheese, made as a convenient topping for toast and toasted sandwiches. It is designed to soften and melt when heated, making it easy to use at home without extra preparation.
Its flavour is usually mild and savoury, with a creamy texture once warm. It works in a simple cheese-style toastie, on breakfast toast, or in a sandwich with vegetables. Nutritionally, it is relatively high in fat and low in protein; a 100 g portion has 1.5 g of protein. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount with whole-grain bread and add tomato, leafy greens or other vegetables.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ 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
7.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.