Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Cheddar Cheese
Per 100 grams, cheddar cheese is the lighter choice by 138 calories, while bacon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bacon | Cheddar Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 403 |
| Protein | 37 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 33 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 g fat
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or cheddar cheese?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and cheddar cheese has 403. Cheddar Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or cheddar cheese?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; cheddar cheese has 25 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or cheddar cheese better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward cheddar cheese — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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