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Colby cheese
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 394 kcal —
- Protein 24 g 48%
- Carbohydrate 2.6 g 1%
- Fat 32 g 41%
- Saturated fat 20 g 101%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.5 g —
- Sodium 604 mg 26%
- Cholesterol 95 mg 32%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 264 µg 29%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.6 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 0.28 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 2.7 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.38 mg 29%
- Niacin (B3) 0.09 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.21 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.08 mg 5%
- Folate (B9) 18 µg 5%
- Vitamin B12 0.83 µg 35%
- Choline 15.4 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 685 mg 53%
- Iron 0.76 mg 4%
- Magnesium 26 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 457 mg 37%
- Potassium 127 mg 3%
- Zinc 3.1 mg 28%
- Copper 0.04 mg 5%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 14.5 µg 26%
- Iodine 3.8 µg 3%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 394 | 24 g | 2.6 g | 32 g |
| 1 × cup, diced | 132 g | 520 | 31 g | 3.4 g | 42 g |
| 1 × cup, shredded | 113 g | 445 | 27 g | 2.9 g | 36 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 112 | 6.7 g | 0.7 g | 9.1 g |
| 1 × cubic inch | 17 g | 67 | 4 g | 0.4 g | 5.5 g |
| 1 × slice (1 oz) | 28 g | 110 | 6.7 g | 0.7 g | 9 g |
| 2 × cup, diced | 264 g | 1040 | 63 g | 6.8 g | 85 g |
| ½ × cup, diced | 66 g | 260 | 16 g | 1.7 g | 21 g |
| 3 × cup, diced | 396 g | 1560 | 94 g | 10 g | 127 g |
| 4 × cup, diced | 528 g | 2080 | 126 g | 14 g | 170 g |
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Questions about Colby cheese
What does Colby cheese taste like?
Colby is a mild, creamy semi-hard cheese with a slightly tangy flavour and a supple texture. It is less sharp than mature Cheddar.
How is Colby cheese different from Cheddar?
Colby is washed during cheesemaking, which gives it a milder flavour and more open texture; Cheddar is typically firmer and sharper as it matures. Colby has 32 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 33.3 g in Cheddar.
Can you use Colby cheese in a cheese toastie?
Yes. Grate or slice it thinly, then cook the sandwich over medium-low heat for about 3–4 minutes per side so the bread turns golden before the cheese starts to leak out.
Does Colby cheese melt well?
Yes: its supple texture melts smoothly in quesadillas, burgers and baked pasta. Grate it for an even melt, and add it near the end of cooking to avoid over-browning.
What can you substitute for Colby cheese?
Monterey Jack is the closest swap for its mild flavour and good melt; mild Cheddar works too, but tastes sharper. Use either in the same amount as Colby.
How should you store Colby cheese after opening?
Wrap it in cheese paper or baking paper, then place it in a loosely closed container in the fridge. Keep it away from strong-smelling foods, and cut away a dry edge before serving.
What goes well with Colby cheese?
Its gentle flavour pairs well with apple, grapes, pickles and crackers. Try it in a cheese toastie, a quesadilla or grated over a baked potato.
Is Colby cheese a good source of calcium?
Yes. A 28 g slice provides 192 mg of calcium, and Colby also provides 24 g of protein per 100 g.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 173416 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
