Brick cheese
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 371 kcal |
| Protein | 23.2 g |
| Fat | 29.7 g |
| Carbs | 2.8 g |
Brick cheese is an American semi-soft cow's milk cheese, named for its distinctive brick shape and traditionally made in Wisconsin. It is commonly sliced for sandwiches, melted on burgers, or served on cheese boards, and ranges from mild when young to sharper and more pungent as it ages. Per 100 g, brick cheese provides 371 kcal, 23.2 g of protein, 29.7 g of fat and just 2.8 g of carbohydrates with no dietary fibre. It is a notable source of calcium at 674 mg per 100 g, along with 451 mg of phosphorus and 292 mcg of vitamin A. Sodium content is relatively high at 560 mg per 100 g, worth noting for those monitoring intake. No glycemic index is available for this food. Brick cheese fits vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, keto and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in brick cheese?
Brick cheese contains 371 kcal per 100 g. A typical 28 g (1 oz) slice comes to around 104 kcal.
How much calcium is in brick cheese?
Brick cheese provides 674 mg of calcium per 100 g, making it a substantial source of the mineral. A single 28 g serving contributes roughly 189 mg of calcium.
Is brick cheese keto-friendly?
Yes, brick cheese is well suited to a keto diet. With only 2.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a high fat content of 29.7 g, it fits comfortably within typical keto macronutrient targets.
Diets
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 371 kcal |
| Protein | 23.2 g |
| Fat | 29.7 g |
| Carbs | 2.8 g |
| Sugars | 0.51 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 18.8 g |
| Monounsaturated | 8.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.78 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.29 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.39 g |
| Cholesterol | 94.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 674 mg |
| Iron | 0.43 mg |
| Magnesium | 24.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 451 mg |
| Potassium | 136 mg |
| Sodium | 560 mg |
| Zinc | 2.6 mg |
| Copper | 0.024 mg |
| Manganese | 0.012 mg |
| Selenium | 14.5 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 292 mcg |
| Retinol | 286 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.50 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.5 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.014 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.35 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.12 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.29 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.065 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 20.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg |
| Choline | 15.4 mg |
