Calories in Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Grilled Cheese Sandwich has about 416 calories per 1 sandwich (113 g), or 368 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 15.1 g protein, 29.8 g carbs and 26.3 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Grilled cheese sandwich, cheddar cheese, on white bread). Source: USDA FDC #2705804
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 sandwich (113 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 368 kcal | 416 kcal |
| Protein | 13.4 g | 15.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 26.4 g | 29.8 g |
| Fat | 23.3 g | 26.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 1.4 g |
| Sugar | 2.9 g | 3.3 g |
| Sodium | 541 mg | 611 mg |
About Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Two slices of buttered white bread with cheddar melted between them. A standard grilled cheese is about 416 kcal, and more than half of that comes from the cheese and butter.
Tip: Butter the bread lightly on the outside only, or use a spray of oil — it still browns. Adding a slice of tomato bulks it out for almost nothing.
Burn off 416 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking92 min
- Running38 min
- Cycling52 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in a grilled cheese sandwich?+
About 416 kcal per 1 sandwich (113 g), or 368 kcal per 100 g.
Is a grilled cheese sandwich high in protein?+
It has a fair amount — 1 sandwich gives about 15.1 g protein (15% of its calories). Add a lean protein on the side if you're trying to hit a daily protein target.
Is a grilled cheese sandwich good for weight loss?+
A grilled cheese sandwich is calorie-dense (368 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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