Pepperjack cheese is made from milk and bits of peppers, which makes appropriate for Southwestern recipes, according to cheese manufacturer Tillamook. This zesty cheese can add flavor to any meal, but is high in calories.
Calories
A 1 oz. serving of pepperjack cheese contains 110 calories, according to the nutrition information from The Daily Plate. If you base your calorie intake on the daily recommendation of 2,000 calories, then this serving of pepperjack cheese comprises four percent of your daily calories.
Fat
Fat is typically high in fat, and pepperjack cheese is no exception. The Daily Plate's nutrition information notes each 1 oz. serving of pepperjack cheese contains more than 9 g of fat, with 6 g of saturated fat. Although fat is essential for proper development, saturated fat is considered unhealthy. The American Heart Association explains that high intake of saturated fat may increase your risk of heart disease, and suggests a daily limit of 16 g.
Protein
Cheese and other dairy products are also often rich in protein. According to the nutrition information from The Daily Plate, each 1 oz. serving of pepperjack cheese contains about 6 g of protein. The website notes that this is 12 percent of the daily recommended intake of protein.
Carbohydrates
Although high in calories, pepperjack cheese may be appropriate for a low carbohydrate diet. The Daily Plate notes that pepperjack cheese contains just 1 g of carbohydrates.
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