Calorie comparison
Cheddar Cheese vs Peanuts
Per 100 grams, cheddar cheese is the lighter choice by 164 calories, while peanuts 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 | Peanuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 567 |
| Protein | 25 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 33 g | 49 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
🥜 Peanuts
1 oz (28 g)
159 cal
7.3 g protein · 4.5 g carbs · 13.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheddar cheese or peanuts?
Per 100 g, cheddar cheese has 403 calories and peanuts has 567. Cheddar Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheddar cheese or peanuts?
Cheddar Cheese has 25 g of protein per 100 g; peanuts has 26 g. Peanuts wins on protein.
Is cheddar cheese or peanuts 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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