Cheddar Cheese vs Cream Cheese
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Cheddar Cheese | Cream Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403kcal | 342kcal |
| Protein | 24.9g | 6.2g |
| Carbs | 1.3g | 4.1g |
| Fat | 33.1g | 34g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 3.2g |
| Sodium | 621mg | 321mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Cream Cheese has 61 fewer calories per 100g than Cheddar Cheese (18% less).
- Cheddar Cheese delivers more protein (24.9g vs 6.2g per 100g).
- Cheddar Cheese contains less fat (33.1g vs 34g).
- Cheddar Cheese has less sugar (0.5g vs 3.2g).
Cheddar Cheese
Cheddar packs a lot of protein and calcium into a small volume, but also a lot of saturated fat and sodium. A single slice (28g) provides 7g of protein and 100mg of calcium. Use deliberately for flavor and satiety rather than as a daily volume staple.
View Cheddar Cheese nutrition →Cream Cheese
Cream cheese is a soft, high-fat cheese with modest protein. Most of its calories come from fat. It offers some vitamin A and calcium; lower-fat or whipped versions reduce the calorie load per spread.
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