What types of cheese are best for grilled cheese?

Cheddar, mozzarella, and American are popular choices.

Can I make it healthier?

Yes, use whole grain bread and reduce cheese for fewer calories.

Yes, it’s suitable for vegetarians.

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A classic sandwich with melted cheese between toasted bread, a comfort food favorite.

Pro 100 g

350 kcal

1 sandwich

700 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
12 g / 100g	34 g / 100g	17 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 14% · Carbs 41% · Fat 45%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 sandwich (200 g, 700 kcal) is 35% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 sandwich takes about 171 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Grilled Cheese Sandwich is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 170 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Crunchy Vegetable Sushi	140	3 g
Savory Lentil Shepherd's Pie	150	9 g
Savory Veggie Sushi	150	3 g
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)	200	25 g
Savory Okonomiyaki	210	8 g
Grilled Cheese Sandwich	350	12 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Portion	Gramm	Kalorien
1 sandwich	200 g	700 kcal
100 g	100 g	350 kcal

5/10

Moderate calories; enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

What types of cheese are best for grilled cheese?: Cheddar, mozzarella, and American are popular choices.
Can I make it healthier?: Yes, use whole grain bread and reduce cheese for fewer calories.
Is grilled cheese vegetarian?: Yes, it’s suitable for vegetarians.

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