Lower-Calorie Alternative to Shredded Cheddar

Reduced-Fat Cheddar saves about 144 calories per cup compared to Shredded Cheddar, at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Shredded Cheddar (cups)

Amount called for in recipe — used at the same amount by volume

Calories (Shredded Cheddar)

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Calories (Reduced-Fat Cheddar)

Good to know: The smallest savings on this list, but melts closer to regular cheddar than most lower-fat cheese alternatives, so texture stays similar.

Shredded Cheddar (cups)	Reduced-Fat Cheddar (grams)	Calories Saved

Common questions

What is the best lower-calorie alternative to Shredded Cheddar?

Reduced-Fat Cheddar is the closest lower-calorie alternative to Shredded Cheddar, used at a 1.0:1 ratio by volume.

Does substituting Reduced-Fat Cheddar change the result?

The smallest savings on this list, but melts closer to regular cheddar than most lower-fat cheese alternatives, so texture stays similar.