By Griselda M., last updated on October 16, 2024
Have you ever wondered how many calories are in a slice of cheesecake? We know some cheesecakes are creamier than others, and yes, we all love the creamier ones. But this also means more calories. So, here it is—let’s find out how many calories are in a slice of cheesecake.
How Many Calories Are In A Cheesecake?
Cheesecake is one of the favorite desserts of all time, with thousands of flavors and colors. The cheesecake calorie chart varies according to the ingredients used during its preparation, as well as the cooking technique.
Read more about Honey Maid Graham Cracker Crust Cheesecake Recipe.
Another important fact is how the base is made with. Many cheesecake crusts or bases don’t contain biscuits. For example, if it’s a keto base we’re talking about, this will be made with almond flour.
Therefore, the fat of the cheese used and the carbohydrates of the base are taken into account. Unfortunately, those who are on a diet should not consume cheesecakes at all or consume half a piece. I know, they are so delicious that you will not be able to resist.
We have executed our research with 8 different types of cheesecakes.
- Original Cheesecake
- No-bake Cheesecake
- Chocolate Cheesecake
- Cheesecake with Fruit
- Yogurt Cheesecake with Fruit
- Triple Chocolate Cheesecake -Jon Donaire’s-
- Individual Key Lime Cheesecake -Smart Ones-
- Individual New York Style Cheesecake with Black Cherry Swirl -Smart Ones-
According to the USDA -United States Department of Agriculture- the previous list of cheesecakes has the following nutritional information. Take a look!
#1: Original Cheesecake
1 piece of a 17oz has:
- 257 calories
- 18g of fat
- 20.4g of carbs
- 4.4g of protein
- 44mg of cholesterol
- 166g of sodium
- 41mg of calcium
- 0.5mg of iron
- 72mg of potassium
- 114mcg of vitamin A
- 0.3mg of vitamin C
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 31%
- Fat 62%
- Protein 7%
This represents a 13% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-.
#2: No-Bake Cheesecake
1 piece out of a 12 piece cheesecake, from a 9-inch pan, has:
- 271 calories
- 12.57g of fat
- 35.14g of carbs
- 5.44g of protein
- 29mg of cholesterol
- 376g of sodium
- 170mg of calcium
- 0.47mg of iron
- 209mg of potassium
- 95mcg of vitamin A
- 0.5mg of vitamin C
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 51%
- Fat 41%
- Protein 8%
This represents a 14% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-.
#3: Chocolate Cheesecake
1 piece out of a 12 piece cheesecake, from a 9-inch pan, has:
- 498 calories
- 31.68g of fat
- 49.2g of carbs
- 8.45g of protein
- 118mg of cholesterol
- 384g of sodium
- 72mg of calcium
- 3.19mg of iron
- 187mg of potassium
- 283mcg of vitamin A
- 0.1mg of vitamin C
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 38%
- Fat 55%
- Protein 7%
This represents a 25% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 5963 calories in 1 Chocolate Cheesecake.
#4: Cheesecake With Fruit
1 piece out of a 12 piece cheesecake, from a 9-inch pan, has:
- 388 calories
- 19.1g of fat
- 46.72g of carbs
- 8.88g of protein
- 67mg of cholesterol
- 378g of sodium
- 53mg of calcium
- 1.38mg of iron
- 124mg of potassium
- 200mcg of vitamin A
- 1.3mg of vitamin C
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 47%
- Fat 44%
- Protein 9%
This represents a 19% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 4652 calories in 1 Cheesecake with Fruit.
#5: Yogurt Cheesecake With Fruit
1 piece out of a 10 piece cheesecake, from a 7 3/4-inch pan, has:
- 132 calories
- 2.97g of fat
- 26.75g of carbs
- 1.13g of protein
- 0mg of cholesterol
- 94g of sodium
- 24mg of calcium
- 0.44mg of iron
- 72mg of potassium
- 3mcg of vitamin A
- 15.6mg of vitamin C
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 78%
- Fat 19%
- Protein 3%
This represents a 7% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 1312 calories in 1 Yogurt Cheesecake with Fruit.
#6: Triple Chocolate Cheesecake -Jon Donaire’s-
1 slice of 113g of cheesecake has:
- 380 calories
- 21g of fat
- 40g of carbs
- 8g of protein
- 55mg of cholesterol
- 340g of sodium
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 42%
- Fat 50%
- Protein 8%
This represents a 19% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 1312 calories in 1 Triple Chocolate Cheesecake.
#7: Individual Key Lime Cheesecake -Smart Ones-
A 70g individual cheesecake has:
- 150 calories
- 5g of fat
- 20g of carbs
- 5g of protein
- 15mg of cholesterol
- 150g of sodium
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 55%
- Fat 31%
- Protein 14%
This represents an 8% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 1312 calories in 1 Individual Key Lime Cheesecake.
#8: Individual New York Style Cheesecake with Black Cherry Swirl -Smart Ones-
A 70g individual cheesecake has:
- 150 calories
- 5g of fat
- 21g of carbs
- 6g of protein
- 15mg of cholesterol
- 140g of sodium
Calorie Breakdown of:
- Carbohydrate 55%
- Fat 29%
- Protein 16%
This represents an 8% based on RDI -Recommended Daily Intake-. There are 1312 calories in 1 Individual New York-style Cheesecake with a black cherry swirl.
How Long Would it Take to Burn a Slice of Cheesecake?
To burn off 257 calories from a cheesecake slide, it would take about 21 minutes swimming, 29 minutes jogging, 39 minutes cycling, 71 minutes walking. Based on a 35-year-old female who weighs 144lbs and is 5’7″ tall.
And now that we know cheesecakes are heavy on calories as well as in deliciousness, let me give you an extra tip for your life:
- Have a balanced diet, enough resting, 3-day exercise a week, maintain a positive attitude and avoid bad habits like smoking tobacco.
In addition, take this into consideration:
Comparing Cheesecake Factory’s cheesecakes with a homemade cheesecake, the Factory’s has around 700-1000 calories per slice! Can you imagine? In just one slice of its Oreo Cheesecake, you get 1,050 calories, 71 grams of fat, and 34 grams of saturated fat.
Final Words
It’s not necessary to stop eating delicious foods such as cheesecake, the only thing we must always keep in mind is that we must take care of our bodies. Try to move, do yoga, go hiking, continue to exercise, keep a healthy routine, eat more vegetables.
That way, the regret of having eaten a creamy slice of your favorite cheesecake will disappear. Oh, believe me, it will!
Lookup for more healthy cheesecake options. Check out our No-Bake Sugar-Free Cheesecake, I’m sure you’ll love it!
We took the values from the following scientific source: USDA.
Griselda is an experienced pastry chef and baker with a passion for creating delicious desserts. She has been cooking and baking for over ten years and loves the creative process of creating something special for her friends, family, and customers. Griselda has a special talent for creating beautiful and tasty desserts like cakes, pies, and cookies. She is experienced in a variety of baking techniques and loves to experiment with new flavors and textures. When Griselda isn‘t in the kitchen, she loves to spend time with her friends, family, and her two cats.