Calories in Cheesecake
Cheesecake has about 499 calories per 1 slice (⅛ of a 9-inch cake) (125 g), or 399 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 6.6 g protein, 43.5 g carbs and 33.1 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Cheesecake, plain). Source: USDA FDC #2707861
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 slice (⅛ of a 9-inch cake) (125 g) | 1 restaurant slice (200 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 399 kcal | 499 kcal | 798 kcal |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 6.6 g | 10.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 34.8 g | 43.5 g | 69.6 g |
| Fat | 26.5 g | 33.1 g | 53 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 0.6 g | 1 g |
| Sugar | 26.6 g | 33.3 g | 53.2 g |
| Sodium | 277 mg | 346 mg | 554 mg |
About Cheesecake
New York-style cheesecake is cream cheese, sugar and eggs on a graham-cracker crust. A home slice is about 499 kcal; restaurant slices are often much taller, around 798.
Tip: Share a restaurant slice — it's two portions. Fruit toppings add a little; chocolate or caramel add a lot.
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Common questions
How many calories are in cheesecake?+
About 499 kcal per 1 slice (⅛ of a 9-inch cake) (125 g), or 399 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 restaurant slice of cheesecake?+
1 restaurant slice (200 g) is roughly 798 kcal with 10.6 g protein, 69.6 g carbs and 53 g fat.
Is cheesecake high in protein?+
Not really — 1 slice (⅛ of a 9-inch cake) gives about 6.6 g protein, only 5% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from fat.
Is cheesecake good for weight loss?+
Cheesecake is calorie-dense (399 kcal per 100 g), so portions add up quickly. It can still fit a weight-loss diet as an occasional food if you log the portion honestly.
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