How Many Calories in a Grilled Cheese Sandwich at Cheesecake Factory?

How Many Calories in a Grilled Cheese Sandwich at Cheesecake Factory?
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Although the Cheesecake Factory is known for its desserts, it serves a variety of food, including sandwiches such as the grilled cheese sandwich. Just like the Cheesecake Factory's cakes, the grilled cheese sandwich is high in calories and fat.

Calories

The grilled cheese sandwich at the Cheesecake Factory contains 670 calories. This is 33.5 percent of the daily recommended intake of 2,000 calories and is the caloric equivalent of nearly 2 1/2 Snickers candy bars.

Fat Content

Cheesecake Factory's grilled cheese sandwich contains 46 g of fat, with 17 g of saturated fat. This is 1 g more saturated fat than the American Heart Association recommends you consume in an entire day.

Protein Content

The grilled cheese sandwich at the Cheesecake Factory is rich in protein, with 26 g. Protein is necessary for building your body's cells and tissues.

Carbohydrate Content

Each grilled cheese sandwich at the Cheesecake Factory contains 40 g of carbohydrates. Of these, 4 g come from fiber, which helps keep you feeling full after meals.

References

Article reviewed by Norah Crowley Last updated on: Jun 14, 2011

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