A dairy product made from curdled milk, available in thousands of varieties worldwide.
Fat per 3 oz (85g)
33
g% Daily Value
A serving of Cheese (3 oz (85g)) contains 33g of fat, which is 42% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Dietary fat is essential for energy, nutrient absorption, and hormone production. Focus on healthy unsaturated fats. When planning your meals, consider that cheese is a significant source of fat compared to other dairy.
See how Cheese compares to other dairy foods.
per 2 large (100g)
11g
per 1 cup (244g)
1g
per 1 cup (170g)
0.7g
per 1 cup (226g)
4.3g
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