american cheese calories slice
A single slice of American cheese weighs 28 grams. Approximately 7 grams of that slice is fat, 5.5 grams is protein and 2 grams is carbohydrate, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports. The rest consists of other nutrients and water. According to the USDA, a single slice of American cheese contains 95 calories. Fats provide around 72 of those calories within the serving, while proteins deliver 15 calories and carbohydrates offer 8 calories.
A single serving of cheddar cheese provides 114 calories, 7 grams of protein and 9 grams of fat. A single serving of blue cheese provides 100 calories, 6 grams of protein and 8 grams of fat. A single serving of American cheese (pasteurized and processed) provides 94 calories, 5 grams of protein and 7 grams of fat. Keep in mind, however, that may cheese singles are less than one ounce and are likely to provide closer to 71 calories.