Calorie comparison
Cheddar Cheese vs Parmesan
Per 100 grams, cheddar cheese is the lighter choice by 28 calories, while parmesan 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 | Cheddar Cheese | Parmesan |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 431 |
| Protein | 25 g | 38 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g | 4 g |
| Fat | 33 g | 29 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
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
🧀 Parmesan
1 tbsp grated (5 g)
22 cal
1.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 1.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheddar cheese or parmesan?
Per 100 g, cheddar cheese has 403 calories and parmesan has 431. Cheddar Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheddar cheese or parmesan?
Cheddar Cheese has 25 g of protein per 100 g; parmesan has 38 g. Parmesan wins on protein.
Is cheddar cheese or parmesan 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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